Most common
Definitions
- adj. 1
Tending to stay at the nest or birthplace for a long time after birth, due to dependence on the parents for feeding and protection.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| nidicolous | falling | |
| altricial | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 9 letters
- altricial