gills

[ɡɪlz]

gills Definition

  • 1the respiratory organ of fish and other aquatic animals, used to extract dissolved oxygen from water and excrete carbon dioxide
  • 2a slit on the body of an insect for breathing

Using gills: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gills" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Fish use their gills to breathe underwater.

  • Example

    The insect's gills are located on its abdomen.

gills Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for gills

  • respiratory organ
  • breathing apparatus
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Summary: gills in Brief

The term 'gills' [ɡɪlz] refers to the respiratory organs of fish and other aquatic animals, which extract dissolved oxygen from water and excrete carbon dioxide. Insects also have gills, which are slits on their bodies for breathing.