Meaning of the word "Australian cockroach" in English
What does "Australian cockroach" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
Australian cockroach
US /ɔːˈstreɪliən ˈkɑːkroʊtʃ/
UK /ɒˈstreɪ.li.ən ˈkɒk.rəʊtʃ/
Noun
a common species of cockroach (Periplaneta australasiae) that is reddish-brown with yellow markings on its thorax, found in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide and often infesting homes and buildings
Example:
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We found an Australian cockroach scurrying across the kitchen floor.
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The pest control company identified the insect as an Australian cockroach.