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1. (n.) exoskeleton
an external covering or integument esp. when hard, as the shell of a crustacean
Etymology: (1840–50)
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1. (noun) exoskeleton
the exterior protective or supporting structure or shell of many animals (especially invertebrates) including bony or horny parts such as nails or scales or hoofs
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1. (noun) exoskeleton
the hardened parts of the external integument of an animal, including hair, feathers, nails, horns, scales, etc.,as well as the armor of armadillos and many reptiles, and the shells or hardened integument of numerous invertebrates; external skeleton; dermoskeleton
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