skeleton (n)
skeletal frame (n)
frame#1 (n)
underframe (n)

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type n
lex_filenum 06
def the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape
examples the building has a steel skeleton
Outgoing links
Hypernym supporting structure
Part holonym building, edifice; ship; aircraft
Hyponym chassis; hoop
Incoming links
Part meronym aircraft; building, edifice; ship
Hypernym chassis; hoop
Hyponym supporting structure

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