exoskeleton (ˌɛksəʊˈskɛlɪtən) ![]() | |
| —n | |
| Compare endoskeleton the protective or supporting structure covering the outside of the body of many animals, such as the thick cuticle of arthropods | |
| exo'skeletal | |
| —adj | |
| a chattering or flighty, light-headed person. |
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
exoskeleton (ˌɛksəʊˈskɛlɪtən) ![]() | |
| —n | |
| Compare endoskeleton the protective or supporting structure covering the outside of the body of many animals, such as the thick cuticle of arthropods | |
| exo'skeletal | |
| —adj | |
exoskeleton ex·o·skel·e·ton (ěk'sō-skěl'ĭ-tn)
n.
All hard parts, such as hair, teeth, and nails, that develop from the ectoderm or mesoderm in vertebrates.
A hard outer structure, such as the shell of an insect, that provides protection or support for an organism.
| exoskeleton (ěk'sō-skěl'ĭ-tn) Pronunciation Key
A hard, protective outer body covering of an animal, such as an insect, crustacean, or mollusk. The exoskeletons of insects and crustaceans are largely made of chitin. Compare endoskeleton. |