monotreme

Meanings

• noun

  A mammal that lays eggs, such as the platypus and echidna.

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Synonyms

1-treme , monoaperturate

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Variants

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monotreme , monotremes

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Etymology

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From the Greek 'monotremes' meaning 'one hole' or 'single opening', referring to the reproductive and excretory opening of monotremes.

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Trivia

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1. Monotremes are the only mammals that lay eggs.

2. Platypuses are venomous and use their venom to stun their prey.

3. Echidnas are the only monotremes that roll into a ball when threatened.

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Related Concepts

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1. Platypus: A monotreme that is semi-aquatic and has a duck-like bill.

2. Echidna: A monotreme that is spiked and burrows in the ground.

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Culture

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Monotremes are unique mammals native to Australia and New Guinea. They have been featured in various aspects of Australian culture, including literature, art, and scientific research.

How to Memorize "monotreme"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a platypus or echidna, the two most common monotremes, and visualize their unique characteristics.

2. associate
   

   - Associate monotremes with Australia and New Guinea, as they are the only places where these mammals are found.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Monotremes are Mammals with a Mating Marriage' to remember that monotremes are mammals that lay eggs.

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