SKELETON
- the supporting bone structure of a body [n -S]
- The supporting framework, basic structure, or essential part of something
- An internal or external framework of bone, cartilage, or other rigid material supporting or containing the body of an animal or plant
- Used in exaggerated reference to a very thin or emaciated person or animal
- the supporting or protective framework of a human or animal body [n SKELETONS] : SKELETAL [adj]
- The remaining part of something after its life or usefulness is gone
- Denoting the essential or minimum number of people, things, or parts necessary for something