kangaroo
Translation
kangaroo
Examples
A kangaroo carries its baby in a pouch.
A kangaroo carries its baby in a pouch.
We saw a kangaroo at the Australian zoo.
We saw a kangaroo at the Australian zoo.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) kangaroo A large Australian animal that moves by jumping and carries its baby in a pouch. A kangaroo carries its baby in a pouch.
Similar Words
Synonyms: none; Antonyms: none
Etymology
From the Guugu Yimithirr language of Aboriginal Australians, 'gangurru', referring to a species of kangaroo.
Memory Tips
Picture a large, hopping animal from Australia with a pouch for its baby. The sound of the word can be associated with its hopping motion.