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monotreme

The correct spelling is monotreme.

How to pronounce monotreme

noun

IPA: /ˈmɒnətɹiːm/

Say it like: Mon-otr-eme

The correct spelling is monotreme. A mammal that lays eggs and has a single urogenital and digestive orifice. Only the echidnas and platypuses are included in this group

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noun

  1. 1.A mammal that lays eggs and has a single urogenital and digestive orifice. Only the echidnas and platypuses are included in this group

adjective

  1. 1.(of a pollen grain) Having a single trema, or aperture.

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