vertebrate
UK/'vә:tibreit/US
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Definitions
n.
An animal that has a backbone or spinal column, such as a fish, bird, or mammal
脊椎动物
adj.
Having a backbone or spinal column; relating to vertebrates
有脊椎的，脊椎动物的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedvertebrroot
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ateto make, having
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Example Sentences
- 1.
Humans are vertebrates because they have a backbone with vertebrae.
- 2.
Most vertebrate animals share similar skeletal structures.
- 3.
The study of vertebrate evolution reveals common ancestors among different species.