Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tortoise
Noun
/ˈtɔː.təs/
Definition
A tortoise is a slow-moving land reptile with a hard shell that protects it from predators.
Examples
- The tortoise slowly made its way across the garden.
- A tortoise can live for over a hundred years in some cases.
- He watched a documentary about the Galápagos tortoise.
Meaning
Tortoises are reptiles known for their distinctive, dome-shaped shells, which serve as a protective barrier against threats. They are primarily herbivores, feeding on various types of plants.
Synonyms
- Testudo
- Terrestrial turtle
- Land turtle
