Hooves: meaning, definitions and examples

This appears to be a duplicate and the context is the same: hard, tough coverings on the feet of certain animals like horses, cows, and deer.

• The horse's hooves need to be regularly cleaned and maintained

Use when talking about the sharp, curved nails on the toes of animals like cats, birds, and crustaceans. Often implies an ability to grasp or tear.

• The eagle's claws are powerful enough to catch and hold its prey

Use when referring to the feet of animals such as cats or dogs that have pads and claws. Carries a friendly, domestic connotation.

• The cat gently placed its paws on my lap

Use when referring to the lower extremities of humans or the terminal part of the legs of animals. It's a generic term not specifying the nature of the foot.

• After hiking all day, my feet were sore and tired