English Explanatory Dictionary

boofhead tortoise

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A small turtle, Emydura macquarii, of northern Australia.

Pronunciation

/bʊf.hɛd ˈtɔ.təs/

Word forms

boofhead tortoise boofhead tortoises

Etymology

From boofhead + tortoise, referring to the large head developed by the female in old age.

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