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kangaroo

 

[ หŒkรฆล‹ษกษ™หˆruห ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal type

A kangaroo is a large marsupial native to Australia, known for its powerful hind legs, large feet, and strong tail, which it uses for balance while hopping. Kangaroos are herbivores and typically feed on grass and leaves. They are also known for their distinctive jumping gait, which is an efficient way to travel long distances.

Synonyms

bouncing animal, marsupial

Examples of usage

  • The kangaroo jumped across the field.
  • We saw a kangaroo at the wildlife reserve.
  • Kangaroos can reach speeds of over 35 miles per hour.
  • A mother kangaroo carries her baby in her pouch.

Translations

Translations of the word "kangaroo" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น canguru

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เค‚เค—เคพเคฐเฅ‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kรคnguru

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kanguru

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะตะฝะณัƒั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kangur

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใƒณใ‚ฌใƒซใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท kangourou

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ canguro

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kanguru

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์บฅ๊ฑฐ๋ฃจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒู†ุบุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ klokan

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ klokan

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ข‹้ผ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ klokan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kangarรบ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะตะฝะณัƒั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ”แƒœแƒ’แƒฃแƒ แƒฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kenguru

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ canguro

Etymology

The word 'kangaroo' comes from the Guugu Yimithirr word 'gangurru', which refers to the large grey kangaroo. This term was first documented in 1770 by British explorer Captain James Cook during his voyage to Australia. Initially, the term referred specifically to the kangaroo species now known as Macropus giganteus. However, over time, it became a general term used for all members of the family Macropodidae, which includes kangaroos, wallabies, and tree-kangaroos. The word gained popularity in the English language as European settlers began to explore Australia and encountered these unique marsupials. As a result, kangaroos have become iconic symbols of Australia and are often associated with its national identity.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,390, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.