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vertebrate

[vur-tuh-brit, -breyt] / ˈvɜr tə brɪt, -ˌbreɪt /


NOUN
mammal
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Lungfish represent an extremely ancient branch of the vertebrate family tree.

From Science Daily • Mar. 12, 2026

According to Wiens, the trend holds across major vertebrate groups.

From Science Daily • Mar. 3, 2026

This small vertebrate completes its entire lifespan in only a few months, making it a unique model for studying aging.

From Science Daily • Jan. 30, 2026

Each vertebrate species has its own version of this genetic marker.

From Science Daily • Jan. 15, 2026

“Interesting. It’s difficult to observe if it’s chemiluminescent vertebrate or bioluminescent bacteria.”

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera