exoskeleton
Translation
exoskeleton
Examples
Insects have a hard exoskeleton for protection.
Insects have a hard exoskeleton for protection.
The soldier wore a powered exoskeleton to lift heavy loads.
The soldier wore a powered exoskeleton to lift heavy loads.
Grammar Patterns
a hard external covering on an animal An insect's exoskeleton provides support.
Similar Words
Synonyms: carapace, shell, external skeleton
Etymology
From Greek 'exo-' meaning 'outside' and 'skeleton'. It literally means 'outside skeleton'.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'exo-' means 'outside', like in 'exit'. An exoskeleton is a skeleton on the outside of the body.