invertebrate
Translation
invertebrate
Examples
Insects and worms are common invertebrates.
Insects and worms are common invertebrates.
Grammar Patterns
an invertebrate an animal without a backbone Spiders are invertebrates.
Similar Words
Antonyms: vertebrate
Etymology
From the prefix 'in-' (not) + 'vertebrate'. Literally means 'not having a backbone'.
Memory Tips
The prefix 'in-' means 'not', and 'vertebra' relates to the spine. So, it's a 'not-spine' animal.