saltatorious, a.
(sæltəˈtɔərɪəs)
[Formed as prec. + -ous.]
= saltatorial.
| 1816 Kirby & Sp. Entomol. xxii. (1818) II. 283 These maggots have long been celebrated for their saltatorious powers. 1826 Ibid. xlvi. IV. 345 Saltatorious... When the hind legs have strong incrassated thighs formed for leaping. |