[countable] the structure of bones that supports the body of a person or an animal; a model of this structure. The human skeleton consists of 206 bones.

the structure of bones that supports the body of a person or an animal; a model of this structure. The human skeleton consists of 206 bones.

n. the rigid framework of connected bones that gives form to the body, protects and supports its soft organs and tissues, and provides attachments for ...

skeletal · ​(specialist) connected with the skeleton of a person or an animal. Skeletal remains of the earliest dinosaurs are rare. Want to learn more? · ​ ...

(technology) connected with the skeleton of a person or an animal. Skeletal remains of the earliest dinosaurs are rare.

Definition of skeleton key noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, ...

Definition of skeleton key noun in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, ...

the frame of bones supporting a human or animal body: We found an old sheep skeleton up on the cliffs.

There is one meaning in OED's entry for the noun skeleton construction. See 'Meaning & use' for definition, usage, and quotation evidence. Entry status. OED is ...

the smallest number of people that you need to keep an organization working: The Red Cross has withdrawn all but a skeleton staff from the country.