Noun
In any animal, esp. of the Herbivora, a rudimentary claw or small hoof not reaching the ground.
Source: Webster's dictionaryAbsence of protection makes the claws blunt; however, the large and strongly curved dewclaw is remarkably sharp. citation open access publication - free to read Ecology and behaviour Cheetahs rest in shade. Source: Internet
Most cats have five claws on their front paws, and four on their rear paws. citation The fifth front claw (the dewclaw ) is proximal to the other claws. Source: Internet