What does skeletal mean?
Skeletal means (paleontology, informal) Shorthand for skeletal diagram (a black-and-white drawing of a [usually extinct] animal’s skeleton to be used as a reference for paleoart).
Skeletal
/ˈskɛl.ɪ.təl/ · noun
Meaning
(paleontology, informal) Shorthand for skeletal diagram (a black-and-white drawing of a [usually extinct] animal’s skeleton to be used as a reference for paleoart).
Definitions by Sense
- (paleontology, informal) Shorthand for skeletal diagram (a black-and-white drawing of a [usually extinct] animal’s skeleton to be used as a reference for paleoart)
- of, or relating to the skeleton
- haggard, cadaverous, emaciated or gaunt
- barebones, lacking elaboration
Example Sentences
On the whole, Sidney Morris has given us sketchy characters that need more fine tuning than this production […] could give it. Only Holmberg seemed to dig deeply within himself to create a complete character from Morris' skeletal outline.
Synonyms for skeletal
Antonyms for skeletal
Related Words
Word Forms
- skeletals
- sceletal
- more skeletal
- most skeletal
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for skeletal?
Common synonyms include haggard, lean, thin, emaciated.
What is the opposite of skeletal?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use skeletal in a sentence?
On the whole, Sidney Morris has given us sketchy characters that need more fine tuning than this production […] could give it. Only Holmberg seemed to dig deeply within himself to create a complete character from Morris' skeletal outline.
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