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CHITON Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word chiton. (exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word chiton. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for CHITON

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polyplacophore
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• primitive elongated bilaterally symmetrical marine mollusk having a mantle covered with eight calcareous plates

coat-of-mail shell
nounn
noun

• primitive elongated bilaterally symmetrical marine mollusk having a mantle covered with eight calcareous plates

sea cradle
nounn
noun

• primitive elongated bilaterally symmetrical marine mollusk having a mantle covered with eight calcareous plates

loricate
adjectiveadj
verb

• To cover with some protecting substance, as with lute, a crust, coating, or plates.

noun

• Any animal covered with bony scales, such as the crocodile or pangolin.

adjective

• Possessing a lorica (enclosing shell).

• Of or pertaining to the rotifers with thick, rigid cuticles and a box-like shape.

Best Hypernyms For CHITON

Here is a list of related hypernyms for chiton, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (4)
mollusc mollusk shellfish tunic

Alternatives for POLYPLACOPHORE

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