tortoise
/ˈtɔː.təs/
A2 · Elementary★★☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
一种行动缓慢、背上有硬壳的陆生动物。
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation📱Social Media
Elementary — simple everyday language
Examples in Conversation
“我的宠物乌龟喜欢吃生菜，在花园里散步。”
“你知道乌龟能活一百多年吗？”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
Any of various land-dwelling reptiles, of the family Testudinidae or the order Testudines , whose body is enclosed in a shell (carapace plus plastron). The animal can withdraw its head and four legs partially into the shell, providing some protection from predators.