Definition

Describing an organism or creature that does not have lungs.

Example

Some species of amphibians are lungless and breathe through their skin instead.

Conversation

Did you know there are some animals that are lungless?

Really? That sounds kind of strange.

Yeah, like certain types of salamanders that breathe through their skin instead.

That's fascinating! Nature is so full of surprises.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lungless → It is formed from "lung" (from Old English "lungen", meaning the organ of respiration) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "lungless" describes a condition of being without lungs.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') the 'organ of respiration' ('lung') — that's why lungless means lacking lungs.

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