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kangaroo
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/kɐ̃ɡuˈɾu/can·gu·ru
Definition
1A large herbivorous marsupial of the family Macropodidae, native to Australia and New Guinea, with powerful hind legs and a long tail, known for carrying its young in a pouch.
Usage examples
“Kangaroos are often seen hopping across the Australian outback.”
“The baby kangaroo, called a joey, stays in its mother's pouch for months.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
red kangaroogrey kangarookangaroo pouch