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exoskeleton

/ˌɛksəʊˈskɛlɪtən/

/ˌɛksoʊˈskɛlɪtən/

Translations

exoskeletonnoun

exoskeletons

/ˌɛksəʊˈskɛlɪtən/

/ˌɛksoʊˈskɛlɪtən/

The crab's exoskeleton provides protection against predators.

Экзоскелет краба обеспечивает защиту от хищников.

Synonyms

external skeleton

exoskeletonadjective

/ˌɛk.səʊˈskɛl.ɪ.tən/

/ˌɛk.soʊˈskɛl.ɪ.tən/

Used attributively before a noun (e.g. "exoskeleton suit"), functioning as an adjective.

Synonyms

exoskeletonnoun

A rigid external covering for the body in some invertebrate animals, especially arthropods, providing both support and protection.

The crab's exoskeleton is made of chitin, which helps protect it from predators.

A wearable robotic device that supports and enhances the movement of the human body, often used in medical rehabilitation or industrial applications.

The patient used an exoskeleton to aid in walking during physical therapy sessions.

exoskeletonadjective

Relating to or designed as an exoskeleton, especially a wearable robotic support device.

The factory is investing in exoskeleton technology to reduce worker fatigue.