leatherback turtle
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Definition
Noun: A very large species of marine turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) characterized by its unique, leathery, ridged carapace instead of a hard, bony shell. It is the largest living turtle and has a wide global range in open oceans.
Usage
The term "leatherback turtle" is used to specifically identify this distinct species of sea turtle. It functions as a countable noun. - Scientists are tracking the migration patterns of the leatherback turtle. - The leatherback turtle is easily distinguished from other sea turtles by its shell.
Advanced Usage
- "Leatherback turtle population": Refers to the collective number or group of these turtles.
- Conservation efforts aim to protect the declining leatherback turtle population.
- "Leatherback turtle nesting site": A beach area where these turtles lay their eggs.
- This remote beach is a critical leatherback turtle nesting site.
Variants and Related Words
- Leatherback (noun): A common shortened form for "leatherback turtle."
- We were lucky to see a leatherback swim past the boat.
- Leatherback sea turtle (noun): A full, alternative name.
- Dermochelys coriacea (noun): The scientific, Latin name for the species.
Synonyms
- Leatherback
- Leathery turtle
- Luth (a less common term)
Related Phrases
- "Leatherback turtle conservation": The protection and preservation efforts for this species.
- "Leatherback turtle hatchling": A recently born or newly emerged leatherback turtle.
Noun
- wide-ranging marine turtle with flexible leathery carapace; largest living turtle