What does chordates mean?
noun
A group of animals that have a notochord, a dorsal nerve cord, pharyngeal slits, and a post-anal tail at some stage in their development. Chordates include vertebrates and some invertebrates.
Example
"The chordates are a diverse group of animals that include fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals."
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