Vestigial ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Vestigial ( adjective )

Of or relating to a vestige; remaining as a trace of an earlier stage in the evolutionary development of an organism or species.

Origin:

From latin vestigium, meaning footprint or trace.

Examples:

1. The vestigial tailbone in humans is a remnant of a time when our ancestors had tails.
2. Vestigial structures in animals, such as the wings of flightless birds, serve no purpose.
3. Vestigial organs, such as the appendix, were once necessary for survival but are now considered redundant.
4. The vestigial remnants of an ancient civilization can still be seen in the ruins.
5. In some species, vestigial structures may have evolved into new structures with new functions over time.

(As a noun)

Vestigial ( noun )

Of or relating to a vestige; remaining as a trace of an earlier stage in the evolutionary development of an organism or species.

Origin:

From latin vestigium, meaning footprint or trace.

Examples:

1. The vestigial tailbone in humans is a remnant of a time when our ancestors had tails.
2. Vestigial structures in animals, such as the wings of flightless birds, serve no purpose.
3. Vestigial organs, such as the appendix, were once necessary for survival but are now considered redundant.
4. The vestigial remnants of an ancient civilization can still be seen in the ruins.
5. In some species, vestigial structures may have evolved into new structures with new functions over time.