anuran

noun

an·​uran ə-ˈnyu̇r-ən 

a-,

-ˈnu̇r-

: any of an order (Anura) of amphibians comprising the frogs, toads, and tree frogs all of which lack a tail in the adult stage and have long hind limbs often suited to leaping and swimming

anuran adjective

Examples of anuran in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

According to the researchers, gigantism appears several times in the evolutionary history of anurans, but this is one of the few species known to have both giant frogs and tadpoles. —Nina Turner, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024

The two-stage life cycle–when the aquatic tadpole changes into an adult form–is one of the main characteristics of anurans. —Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 30 Oct. 2024

The new species, Electrorana limoae, is the earliest example of an anuran living in a rainforest. —Gemma Tarlach, Discover Magazine, 14 June 2018

Wood frogs, spring peepers and grey tree frogs can be heard in many parks, as well, though the noisy anurans grow quiet as humans approach. —cleveland, 27 Mar. 2020

One of the most striking types of anuran, the variable harlequin frog, is on the brink of extinction. —Ryan P. Smith, Smithsonian, 2 Feb. 2018

Some of the most remarkable organisms in the forest are frogs and toads (anurans), 170 separate species of which call Panama their home. —Ryan P. Smith, Smithsonian, 2 Feb. 2018

Word History

Etymology

ultimately from Greek a- + oura tail — more at ass

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above