Mammalian

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /məˈmeɪliən/

Definitions of mammalian

noun a mammal

Example Sentences

A1 A mammalian is a warm-blooded animal that feeds its young with milk.

A2 The mammalian species includes humans, dogs, and cats.

B1 Scientists study the behavior of mammalians in their natural habitats.

B2 The mammalian brain is highly developed and allows for complex cognitive functions.

C1 Researchers are conducting experiments to better understand the genetic makeup of mammalians.

C2 The evolution of mammalians has led to a diverse range of species with unique adaptations.

adjective relating to or characteristic of mammals

Example Sentences

A1 Cats are mammalian animals.

A2 Dogs and humans are both mammalian species.

B1 The study focused on the mammalian brain and its functions.

B2 Scientists are researching the evolution of mammalian species.

C1 Mammalian reproduction is a complex process involving internal fertilization.

C2 The diversity of mammalian species is vast, ranging from tiny shrews to massive elephants.

Examples of mammalian in a Sentence

formal The study focused on the mammalian species found in the region.

informal I learned about different types of mammalian animals in biology class.

slang Those mammalian creatures are so cute!

figurative Her mammalian instincts kicked in when she sensed danger nearby.

Grammatical Forms of mammalian

plural

mammalians

comparative

more mammalian

superlative

most mammalian

present tense

mammalian

future tense

will be mammalian

perfect tense

has been mammalian

continuous tense

is being mammalian

singular

mammalian

positive degree

mammalian

infinitive

to mammalian

gerund

mammalianing

participle

mammalianed

Origin and Evolution of mammalian

First Known Use: 1835 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'mammalian' originated from the Latin word 'mammalis', which means 'of the breast'.
Evolution of the word: The term 'mammalian' was first used in the mid-19th century to describe animals that possess mammary glands and hair. Over time, its usage has expanded to refer to all animals belonging to the class Mammalia, characterized by warm-bloodedness, hair or fur, and the production of milk to nourish their young.