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Wordabulary

vertebrate

Pronunciation
Noun B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

An animal that has a backbone, such as a fish, bird, reptile, or mammal.

"Humans are vertebrates, along with all other mammals."

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Which word fits the gap? "Humans are _____, along with all other mammals."

Answer: vertebrate

In your own words, what does "vertebrate" mean?

An animal that has a backbone, such as a fish, bird, reptile, or mammal.

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