mammalian

Meanings

• noun

  A multicellular organism that has a backbone, is covered in hair or fur, and nurses its young with milk.

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Pronunciation

1. /məˈmeɪ.li.ən/
   
   
   
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Variants

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mammal , mammalian , mammalians , mammals

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Etymology

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From Latin mammalia, from mamma, mammaris, 'breast'.

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Trivia

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1. There are over 5,500 known species of mammals.

2. The largest mammal is the blue whale, which is not technically a mammal as it does not have fur or live on land.

3. The smallest mammal is the bumblebee bat, which is only 2.2 inches long and weighs around 2 grams.

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Related Concepts

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1. Vertebrate: Mammals are a subgroup of vertebrates, which are animals with a backbone.

2. Homeothermic: Mammals are homeothermic animals, meaning they can regulate their body temperature internally.

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Culture

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Mammals are widely distributed across the world and are an essential part of various ecosystems. They have been a significant focus of human interest for centuries, appearing in literature, art, and science.

How to Memorize "mammalian"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a furry animal nursing its young with milk.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mammal' with the words 'backbone' and 'hair/fur'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym 'BIG ANIMALS': Backbone, Internal body temperature, Grow large, Are covered in fur, Nurses young, Mammals, Animals, Live on land, Suckle their young.

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