Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

carcass

noun

/ˈkɑːr.kəs/

Definition

The dead body of an animal.

Examples

The farmer disposed of the carcass to prevent the spread of disease.
They studied the carcass to learn more about the animal’s health before its death.
Many scavengers rely on finding carcasses for their food.

Meaning

A carcass is the remains of an animal after it has been slaughtered or has died naturally. It is often used in the context of food production or biological discussion.