invertebrates

Definition of invertebratesnext
plural of invertebrate

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for invertebrates
Noun
  • The fruit fly research by Freeman’s team indicates the next steps in research in vertebrates; in the same Science issue the group reported that norepinephrine changes how astrocytes respond to input from neurons.
    Ingrid Wickelgren, Quanta Magazine, 30 Jan. 2026
  • Suddenly, most of the major groups of animals alive today — including vertebrates which would eventually include humans — evolved and started populating the world's oceans.
    CBS News, CBS News, 28 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • This suggests that these trees have evolved a unique defense strategy where chemical compounds are mobilized to seal wounds, while also inhibiting the invasion of pathogens or herbivores.
    Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
  • The herbivores are distantly related to deer and cows.
    Daniel Hunt January 16, Sacbee.com, 16 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • In Vietnam, particularly, conservation resources have historically been mostly focused on primates, elephants and large carnivores.
    Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
  • Understanding where these carnivores are living is crucial for informing conservation and land management decisions.
    Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 22 Jan. 2026
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“Invertebrates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/invertebrates. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.

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