Meaning of the word armadillo in English

What does armadillo mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

armadillo

US /ˌɑːr.məˈdɪl.oʊ/
UK /ˌɑː.məˈdɪl.əʊ/
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Noun

a nocturnal burrowing mammal with a body encased in an armor of bony plates, native to Central and South America.

Example:
The armadillo curled into a ball when threatened.
We saw an armadillo digging for insects in the yard.