Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

marsupium

noun

mɑːrˈsuː.pi.əm

Definition

A pouch or sac in which certain mammals carry their young, particularly in marsupials like kangaroos and koalas.

Examples

The mother kangaroo carries her baby in her marsupium until it is old enough to survive outside.
Female koalas have a marsupium that allows them to nurse their joeys securely.

Meaning

Marsupium refers specifically to the specialized anatomical structure that provides warmth, protection, and nourishment to developing young after birth.