skeletal system

/ˈskɛlɪɾəl ˈsɪstəm/

/ˈskɛlɪtəl ˈsɪstəm/

Other forms: skeletal systems

Definitions of skeletal system

1. noun

   the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal
   synonyms: frame, skeleton, systema skeletale

   types:

   endoskeleton

   the internal skeleton; bony and cartilaginous structure (especially of vertebrates)

   exoskeleton

   the exterior protective or supporting structure or shell of many animals (especially invertebrates) including bony or horny parts such as nails or scales or hoofs

   plastron

   (zoology) the part of a turtle's shell forming its underside

   type of:

   system

   a group of physiologically or anatomically related organs or parts