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invertebrate

UK/in'vә:tәbrit/US
TOEFLGREC2

Definitions

n.

An animal that has no backbone or spinal column, such as an insect or worm

无脊椎动物

adj.

Lacking a backbone; lacking courage or strength of character

无脊椎的;无骨气的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
innot, opposite of
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vertebrroot
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ateto make, having
=invertebrate

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Invertebrates such as insects and mollusks make up the majority of animal species.

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