Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
road-kill
noun
/ˈroʊd kɪl/
Definition
The remains of an animal that has been struck and killed by a vehicle on a road.
Examples
- Many animals fall victim to road-kill, especially in rural areas.
- After the storm, we saw a lot of road-kill on our drive home.
- Efforts to reduce road-kill include building wildlife crossings.
Meaning
Road-kill refers to animals that have been hit by cars and left on the roadside, often highlighting issues related to traffic and wildlife safety.
Synonyms
- wildlife casualties
- animal fatalities
- road casualties
