carapace — the hard upper shell of a turtle, crab, or other arthropod
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the hard upper shell of a turtle, crab, or other arthropod
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkærəˌpeɪs/
Korean meaning: 거북이, 게, 갑각류 등의 딱딱한 등껍질
Korean pronunciation: **캐**러페이스
Example Sentences
- The hermit crab was shopping for a new carapace at the underwater real estate market.
- Scientists studied the fossilized carapace to understand ancient marine life.
- The lobster's bright red carapace made it look like a swimming sports car.
carapace
NOUN//ˈkærəˌpeɪs//
the hard upper shell of a turtle, crab, or other arthropod
A sea turtle's sturdy carapace protects it from curious fish
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Her carapace shines bright as she finds her place with grace!
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Origin
From Spanish 'carapacho' meaning turtle shell. The word entered English in the 16th century and became a biological term for the hard upper shell of crustaceans and other arthropods.
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“The hermit crab was shopping for a new carapace at the underwater real estate market.”
“Scientists studied the fossilized carapace to understand ancient marine life.”
“The lobster's bright red carapace made it look like a swimming sports car.”
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