Meaning of the word "box turtle" in English
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box turtle
US /ˈbɑːks ˌtɜːr.tl̩/
UK /ˈbɑːks ˌtɜːr.tl̩/
Noun
1.
a North American turtle that can completely enclose itself in its shell
Example:
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We saw a box turtle slowly crossing the road.
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The box turtle pulled its head and limbs into its shell when approached.
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