CEFR B2

vertebrate

noun

Meaning

An animal possessing a backbone or spinal column, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.

Examples

Humans are vertebrates, belonging to the class Mammalia.
The evolution of the vertebrate jaw was a significant milestone in animal history.

Synonyms: chordate, backboned animal

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vertebrate (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈvɜːrtɪbrət/

Definition

An animal possessing a backbone or spinal column, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.

Examples

Humans are vertebrates, belonging to the class Mammalia.
The evolution of the vertebrate jaw was a significant milestone in animal history.
Scientists study the fossil records of ancient vertebrates to understand their development.

Synonyms of vertebrate

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Antonyms of vertebrate

Words with the opposite meaning to vertebrate:

invertebrate

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