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The skeleton supports the body.
What does Skeleton mean?
The skeleton is the body’s bone framework.
Dictionary definition
The set of bones that supports a body.
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Students labeled the bones of a skeleton in science class.
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A skeleton gives many animals structure, protection, and movement support.
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What does skeleton mean?
Skeleton means the skeleton is the body’s bone framework.
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to skeleton?
Bones is close in meaning to skeleton in this context.
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Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for skeleton?
Skin contrasts with skeleton in this context.
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MeaningSkeleton means The skeleton is the body’s bone framework.
ExampleExample: The skeleton supports the body.
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- ske · le · to · n
- Strongest beat
- ske
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- n
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- Put a little extra energy on ske.
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bonesClose in meaning when skeleton means the skeleton is the body’s bone framework.
frameworkClose in meaning when skeleton means the skeleton is the body’s bone framework.
bone structureClose in meaning when skeleton means the skeleton is the body’s bone framework.
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