monotremata

Noun

An order of egg-laying mammals that includes the platypus and echidnas.

ریشه

From Greek 'monos' meaning 'single' + 'trema' meaning 'hole' or 'pore'.

مثال

• The Monotremata are unique among mammals for their ability to lay eggs.
• The platypus is a member of the Monotremata order.
• Monotremata are found in Australia and New Guinea.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Order of Monotremata Member of Monotremata Found in Monotremata Considered primitive Monotremata