tortoise
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
A slow-moving land reptile with a hard, domed shell.
Usage notes
A tortoise lives on land, while a turtle usually lives in or near water, though the two words are sometimes used loosely.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The _____ took nearly an hour to cross the garden."
Answer: tortoise
In your own words, what does "tortoise" mean?
A slow-moving land reptile with a hard, domed shell.
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