Quadruped
(noun)
An animal that has four legs, such as a horse or dog.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from latin quadrupes, from quattuor "four" + pes "foot".
Examples:
- The quadruped moved quickly through the forest.
- Quadrupeds are animals that walk on four legs.
- The quadruped was a majestic animal with a strong and powerful body.
- The quadruped had four legs and a long tail.
- Quadrupeds are common in the animal kingdom and include many different species such as horses, dogs, cats, and cows.