Meaning of the word skeleton in English

What does skeleton mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

skeleton

US /ˈskel.ə.t̬ən/

UK /ˈskel.ə.tən/

an internal or external framework of bone, cartilage, or other rigid material supporting or containing the body of an animal or plant.

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The human skeleton is made up of 206 bones.

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Archaeologists discovered a complete dinosaur skeleton.

Synonym:

framework bones frame

the supporting framework, basic structure, or main outlines of something.

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The skeleton of the new building is now complete.

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We only have the bare skeleton of the plan so far.

Synonym:

framework structure frame outline basis