tortoise

名词

UK/ˈtɔː.təs/
US/ˈtɔːr.t̬əs/

定义 tortoise 名词

  1. Countable(可数名词)

    A reptile characterized by a heavy, protective shell into which it can retract its head and limbs. Tortoises are typically herbivorous, slow-moving, and undergo a period of dormancy during the colder months.

    乌龟;陆龟

    • The tortoise ambled slowly through the garden.

      乌龟缓慢地穿过花园。

    • They placed the tortoise in a secure enclosure.

      他们把乌龟放在一个安全的围栏里。

    • The tortoise's shell had beautiful patterns.

      乌龟的壳上有美丽的图案。