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carapace

/kærəpeɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does carapace mean?

noun

The dorsal (upper) shell of a turtle or tortoise, or a similar protective covering on an animal or object. A protective covering or shell, especially one that is hard and rigid.

Example

"The carapace of the turtle provided protection from predators."

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