GNATHOSTOME

gnathostome

(noun) a vertebrate animal possessing true jaws

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

gnathostome (plural gnathostomes)

(zoology) Any vertebrate with jaws, including amphibians, reptiles, mammals, and most modern fish, in contrast with the Agnatha

Source: Wiktionary



RESET




Word of the Day

16 April 2025

RACY

(adjective) marked by richness and fullness of flavor; “a rich ruby port”; “full-bodied wines”; “a robust claret”; “the robust flavor of fresh-brewed coffee”


coffee icon

Coffee Trivia

Coffee is among the most consumed beverages worldwide. According to Statista, an average person consumes roughly 42.6 liters of coffee per year.

coffee icon