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invertebrate

UK
/ɪnˈvɜːtɪbrət/
US
/ɪnˈvɜrtɪbrət/

Translations

invertebratenoun
invertebrates
pl
UK
/ɪnˈvɜː.tɪ.brət/
US
/ɪnˈvɝː.t̬ə.brət/
An octopus is an example of an invertebrate.
Осьминог является примером беспозвоночного.
Synonyms
animal without a backbone
non-vertebrate
spineless creature
invertebrate animal
invertebrateadjective
more invertebrate
Comp.
most invertebrate
Super.
UK
/ɪnˈvɜːtɪbrət/
US
/ɪnˈvɜrtɪbrət/
The invertebrate species in the ocean are incredibly diverse.
Беспозвоночные виды в океане невероятно разнообразны.
Synonyms
non-vertebrate
without a backbone

Definitions

invertebratenoun
An animal lacking a backbone, such as an arthropod, mollusk, annelid, coelenterate, etc.
Jellyfish are fascinating invertebrates that drift through the ocean currents.
A person who lacks strength of character; someone regarded as weak or spineless.
Don't be such an invertebrate–stand up for yourself!
invertebrateadjective
Lacking a backbone or spinal column.
The invertebrate creatures in the tide pool were fascinating to observe.
Lacking strength of character; weak or spineless.
His invertebrate response to the crisis left everyone disappointed.
Relating to animals that lack a backbone.
She is taking a course in invertebrate zoology.
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