Plural of exoskeleton
regular plural
The plural of exoskeleton is exoskeletons or exoskeleta.
Forms of exoskeleton
| Singular | exoskeleton |
|---|---|
| Plural | exoskeletons exoskeleta |
| Countable | countable |
Exoskeletons and exoskeleta in a sentence
- Ordinarily, allergy to animals is due to either their fine dander which becomes aerosolized or to the exoskeleta, pupae, or feces of their ectoparasites.1982, R. V. Lynch, Jr.; R. Burrell, “Primate Dander Allergy of Lesser Bushbaby (Galago): A Case Report”, in D[uane] E. Haines, editor, The...
- Structures such as flagella, scales, and exoskeleta also have to be reallocated or copied.2009, Klement Tockner, Gene E[lden] Likens, editors, Encyclopedia of Inland Waters, Academic Press, →ISBN
Meaning of exoskeleton
- noun A hard outer structure that provides both structure and protection to creatures such as insects and Crustacea.
- noun A wearable robotic machine used for aided or augmented mobility.
Questions about the plural of exoskeleton
- What is the plural of exoskeleton?
- The plural of exoskeleton is exoskeletons or exoskeleta.
- Which is correct, exoskeletons or exoskeleta?
- Both are used. exoskeletons is the more common of the two in English writing.
- Is exoskeleton countable?
- Exoskeleton is a countable noun.
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