Meaning Of The Word Terrapin

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What's The Definition Of Terrapin?

terrapin
countable noun: A terrapin is a reptile which has a thick shell covering its body and which lives partly in water and partly on land.

terrapin in American English
any of a family (Emydidae) of North American, terrestrial, freshwater or tidewater turtles, esp. the diamondback
noun: any of several edible North American turtles of the family Emydidae, inhabiting fresh or brackish waters, esp. the diamondback terrapin: some are threatened or endangered

terrapin in British English
noun: any of various web-footed chelonian reptiles that live on land and in fresh water and feed on small aquatic animals: family Emydidae

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