Meaning of the word roadkill in English

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

roadkill

US /ˈroʊd ˌkɪl/
UK /ˈrəʊd ˌkɪl/
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Noun

an animal or animals killed on a road by a vehicle

Example:
We saw a lot of roadkill on our drive through the countryside.
The fox was unfortunately roadkill near the highway.