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Definition

plural noun. egg-laying mammals that include the platypus and echidnas.

Example Sentence

Platypuses and echidnas are examples of monotremes.

More Example Sentences

The platypus is one of the monotremes.

Synonyms

egg-laying mammals; unique mammals; platypuses

Antonyms

marsupials; placental mammals

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