chitinous Synonyms
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chitinous Meaning
Wordnet
chitinous (a)
of or resembling chitin
Webster
chitinous (a.)
Having the nature of chitin; consisting of, or containing, chitin.
chitinous Sentence Examples
- The chitinous exoskeleton of the beetle provided excellent protection against predators.
- The crab's chitinous shell shimmered in the sunlight as it scuttled along the beach.
- Insects are known for their chitinous structures, which make up their outer covering.
- The deep-sea creature had a chitinous carapace that allowed it to survive the extreme pressures of the ocean depths.
- The spider's chitinous fangs were capable of injecting venom into its prey.
- Scientists discovered a new species of shrimp with unusually large chitinous appendages.
- The fly's wings were delicate but strengthened by a network of chitinous veins.
- The mantis shrimp's chitinous claws were powerful enough to crack open shells.
- The creature's chitinous armor provided it with camouflage in its forest habitat.
- The caterpillar's chitinous mandibles allowed it to chew through tough plant matter with ease.
FAQs About the word chitinous
of or resembling chitinHaving the nature of chitin; consisting of, or containing, chitin.
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The chitinous exoskeleton of the beetle provided excellent protection against predators.
The crab's chitinous shell shimmered in the sunlight as it scuttled along the beach.
Insects are known for their chitinous structures, which make up their outer covering.
The deep-sea creature had a chitinous carapace that allowed it to survive the extreme pressures of the ocean depths.
