Vertebrate Definition & Meaning

vertebrate
adjective
  1. having a backbone or spinal column; "fishes and amphibians and reptiles and birds and mammals are verbetrate animals"
noun
  1. animals having a bony or cartilaginous skeleton with a segmented spinal column and a large brain enclosed in a skull or cranium

"Vertebrate" in song lyrics

See how vertebrate is used in real songs:

  • "From my bottom to my 33rd vertebrate"
    Hell Razah — The Arrival (Intro)
  • "Shook tha place, in ya vertebrate"
    Scribe — Not Many
  • "dislocated vertebrate"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "vertebrate"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "vertebrate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for vertebrate to find words that pair well.

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