cartilaginous

[kahr-tl-aj-uh-nuhs]

cartilaginous Definition

of or resembling cartilage, a tough, flexible tissue that makes up parts of the skeleton in many vertebrates.

Using cartilaginous: Examples

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  • Example

    Sharks have a cartilaginous skeleton instead of bones.

  • Example

    The tip of the nose is made of cartilaginous tissue.

  • Example

    The earlobe is an example of a cartilaginous structure.

cartilaginous Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cartilaginous

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Summary: cartilaginous in Brief

'Cartilaginous' [kahr-tl-aj-uh-nuhs] is an adjective used to describe something that resembles or is related to cartilage, a flexible and tough tissue found in many vertebrates. Examples include the nose tip and the earlobe. Sharks have a cartilaginous skeleton instead of bones.

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