endoskeleton
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
An internal skeleton, made of bone or cartilage, found inside the body of an animal such as a human.
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Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Unlike insects, humans have an _____ that grows along with the rest of the body."
Answer: endoskeleton
In your own words, what does "endoskeleton" mean?
An internal skeleton, made of bone or cartilage, found inside the body of an animal such as a human.
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