exoskeleton
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A hard external skeleton that supports and protects the body of an animal such as an insect or crab.
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Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "A lobster must shed its _____ in order to grow larger."
Answer: exoskeleton
In your own words, what does "exoskeleton" mean?
A hard external skeleton that supports and protects the body of an animal such as an insect or crab.
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