Definition

Describing organisms that have a system of tubes for breathing, typically found in certain arthropods.

Example

Insects are tracheate animals that breathe through a network of tubes called tracheae.

Conversation

Did you know that some insects are tracheate for breathing?

Really? I didn’t know that was a thing.

Yeah, it’s fascinating how they have different systems than us.

Nature is so interesting, especially how it adapts to different environments.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

An organism that has a system of tubes for breathing, typically found in certain arthropods.

Example

The tracheate species are adapted to live in various environments due to their unique respiratory system.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a tracheate arthropod?

No, I haven't. What exactly is that?

It's basically an arthropod that has a system for breathing through tubes.

Root Explanation

Tracheate → It is derived from "trachea" (from Greek "tracheia", meaning rough or windpipe) and the suffix "-ate" (indicating having the quality of). The word "tracheate" refers to organisms that possess a tracheal system, typically for respiration.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for windpipe ('trachea') to remember that 'tracheate' describes creatures that have a system for breathing.

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