tripedal

American  

[trahy-ped-l, trip-i-dl] / ˈtraɪˌpɛd l, ˈtrɪp ɪ dl /

adjective

1. having three feet.

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Etymology

Origin of tripedal

From the Latin word tripedālis, dating back to 1615–25. See tri-, pedal

Example Sentences

However, wallabies tended to prefer using their right hands to support themselves in the tripedal position – perhaps freeing up their left hands for feeding.

From Scientific American • Jan. 27, 2012

"I don't discern," replied the first, "how the contemplation of unipedal misery tends to alleviate tripedal wretchedness."

From Cobwebs from an Empty Skull by Bierce, Ambrose