skeleton
Translation
skeleton, framework, outline
Examples
The museum has a dinosaur skeleton.
The museum has a dinosaur skeleton.
The skeleton of the new building is complete.
The skeleton of the new building is complete.
He wrote a skeleton of the report.
He wrote a skeleton of the report.
Grammar Patterns
a skeleton of ((sth.)) The skeleton of the plan was good.
Similar Words
Synonyms: framework, structure, outline
Etymology
From Greek 'skeletos', meaning 'dried up'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'skeleton in the closet', which means a hidden and embarrassing secret from the past.