chiropteran Meaning & Definition
kī-ˈräp-tə-rən
What Does Chiropteran Mean?
As a noun, chiropteran means bat:3.
Word Facts for Chiropteran
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /kī-ˈräp-tə-rən/ |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Synonyms | bat |
| Plural | chiropterans |
| First known use | 1835 |
Chiropteran Definition (Noun)
- bat:3
Synonyms of Chiropteran
Chiropteran synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
chiroptera
chiropteran
chiropterans
chiropteran (plural chiropterans)
chiropteran (comparative more chiropteran, superlative most chiropteran)
Words That Rhyme With Chiropteran
Origin of Chiropteran
Origin 1: ultimately from Greek cheir hand + pteron wing feather
Origin 2: From translingual Chiroptera + -an.
First Known Use
1835
Pronouncing Chiropteran
Chiropteran is pronounced /kī-ˈräp-tə-rən/ and has 4 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (räp).
Questions People Ask About Chiropteran
What part of speech is chiropteran?
Chiropteran is a noun.
What is another word for chiropteran?
Words with a similar meaning to chiropteran include bat. See the full list of chiropteran synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of chiropteran?
The plural of chiropteran is chiropterans.