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Adapted to running or walking, and not to prehension; as, the limbs of the horse are cursorial. See Illust. of Aves.

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  1. a. Adapted to running or walking, and not to prehension; as, the limbs of the horse are cursorial. See Illust. of Aves.
  2. a. Of or pertaining to the Cursores.
  3. adj. (of limbs and feet) adapted for running
  4. (a) Adapted to running or walking, and not to prehension; as, the limbs of the horse are cursorial. See Illust. of Aves. (b) Of or pertaining to the Cursores.
  5. a. (of limbs and feet) adapted for running