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mammals

Pronunciation: [ˈmæm.əlz]

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Context: “biology”

(noun) Mammals are a group of animals that have hair or fur on their bodies and produce milk to feed their babies. They are warm-blooded and usually give birth to live young. Think of pets like dogs or cats; they are all mammals!

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Whales are mammals that live in the ocean and breathe air.

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Not all animals are mammals; birds and reptiles are different groups.

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Can you name some mammals that live in your area?

Context: “zoology”

(noun) Mammals represent a class of vertebrates. They are characterized by features like three ear bones and a structure of the jaw that allows them to chew food. This group includes a wide variety of animals.

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The class of mammals includes lions, tigers, and elephants.

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Insects are not mammals; they belong to a completely different category of animals.

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How many different species of mammals do you think there are in the world?

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