vertebrate
Translation
vertebrate
Examples
Humans are a type of vertebrate.
Humans are a type of vertebrate.
Fish and mammals are both vertebrates.
Fish and mammals are both vertebrates.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) vertebrate an animal with a backbone A bird is a warm-blooded vertebrate.
Similar Words
Antonyms: invertebrate
Etymology
From Latin 'vertebratus' (jointed), meaning having vertebrae.
Memory Tips
Think of an animal that 'has' a 'vertebra' (or many). The '-ate' suffix can mean 'possessing'.