labanimals
nounUK /ˈlæbˌænɪməlz/
US /ˈlæbˌænɪməlz/
Animals that scientists keep in a lab to help them learn about health and science.
The labanimals are fed and checked by the scientists every morning.
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2. Animals used in scientific studies to test new medicines.
The new medicine was first tried on labanimals.
3. Small creatures like mice or rats kept for science lessons.
The class visited the labanimals to learn about biology.
4. Animals that help scientists understand how bodies work.
Labanimals help doctors find ways to cure sickness.