alátiles

Alátiles is a term that can refer to several distinct concepts, primarily in the fields of biology and linguistics. In zoology, "alátiles" describes a type of bird that is flightless or has significantly reduced wings, rendering them incapable of sustained flight. This condition often arises as an adaptation to environments where predation is low or where other forms of locomotion are more advantageous. Examples of alátiles birds include ostriches, emus, and kiwis, which have evolved to be strong runners or swimmers instead.

In linguistics, "alátiles" is sometimes used as a grammatical term, though less commonly than in zoology. It can describe a word or phrase that lacks specific grammatical markers, such as a verb without a tense or a noun without a case ending. This usage is not standardized and may appear in specialized linguistic analyses. The context in which the term "alátiles" is encountered is crucial for understanding its intended meaning. Without further context, the biological definition related to flightless birds is the most prevalent interpretation.