Definition

Related to a group of marine animals that have a hard, spiny skin and include starfish and sea urchins.

Example

The echinodermatous species are known for their unique body structures and regenerative abilities.

Conversation

Have you ever seen an echinodermatous creature at the aquarium?

Yeah, those starfish are fascinating to watch!

I love how they move, especially with their echinodermatous features.

Right? It's amazing how they can regenerate their arms too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Echinodermatous → It is formed from "echino-" (from Greek "echinos", meaning hedgehog or spiny) and "derma" (from Greek "derma", meaning skin) and the suffix "-tous" (meaning having the quality of). The word describes organisms that have a spiny skin, characteristic of echinoderms like starfish and sea urchins.

Memory Tip

Imagine a creature with 'spiny skin' — 'echino-' refers to spines like a hedgehog, and 'derma' means skin. This helps you remember that 'echinodermatous' describes something with spiny skin.

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