Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chordata

Noun

/kɔːrˈdeɪ.tə/

Definition

Chordata is a phylum of animals that have a notochord, a dorsal hollow nerve cord, pharyngeal slits, and post-anal tails at some stage of their development.

Examples

Humans belong to the phylum Chordata.
Fish, birds, and mammals are all classified as Chordates.
The study of Chordata is essential in understanding vertebrate evolution.

Meaning

The term ‘Chordata’ refers to a diverse group of animals, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish, characterized by certain anatomical features during their life cycle.