Definition

In a way that relates to or resembles a skeleton, often implying a lack of substance or fullness.

Example

The model was designed skeletally, showing only the basic structure without any flesh or details.

Conversation

I saw a documentary about how animals evolve skeletally.

That sounds fascinating! How do they explain it?

They showed how some species changed their bone structure over time.

Wow, that's really interesting! Evolution is such a cool topic.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Skeletally → It is formed from "skeleton" (from Greek "skeletos", meaning dried up or withered) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "skeletally" refers to something that relates to or is characteristic of a skeleton.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for dried up or withered, which connects to the idea of a skeleton being the framework of bones in a body. This helps you remember that "skeletally" means in a manner relating to the skeleton.

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