Meaning
claw, talon
- A curved, pointed horny nail on each digit of the foot in birds, mammals, or reptiles.
- (figurative) A gripping hold or clutches.
In a sentence
L'aquila ha afferrato la preda con i suoi artigli affilati.
The eagle seized its prey with its sharp talons.
Il gatto ha tirato fuori gli artigli per difendersi.
The cat showed its claws to defend itself.
Sei riuscito a sfuggire agli artigli del pericolo?
Did you manage to escape the clutches of danger?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| artiglio | masculine · singular |
| artigli | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often used in the plural 'artigli' to refer to an animal's set of claws.