KANGAROO Meaning and
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Kangaroo is a noun that refers to a herbivorous marsupial mammal primarily found in Australia. With its distinct long hind legs and feet, short forelimbs, and a powerful tail, it is recognized as one of the most iconic Australian animals.
The kangaroo belongs to the Macropodidae family, and there are several species, the most well-known being the red kangaroo (Macropus rufus), the eastern gray kangaroo (Macropus giganteus), and the western gray kangaroo (Macropus fuliginosus). These animals can vary in size, with the largest species, the red kangaroo, reaching heights of up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) and weighing up to 200 pounds (90 kilograms).
Kangaroos are known for their exceptional jumping abilities, which allow them to cover large distances and leap great heights in a single bound. They have powerful hind legs and can reach speeds of up to 40 miles (64 kilometers) per hour, making them one of the fastest animals on land.
The kangaroo's pouch is a distinctive characteristic unique to marsupials, including the kangaroo. This specialized pouch is located on the front of the female kangaroo's body, where the young joeys are carried and nurtured. After birth, the underdeveloped joeys crawl into the mother's pouch, where they continue to grow and develop until they are ready to leave.
Kangaroos primarily feed on vegetation, their diet mainly consisting of grasses, leaves, and shrubs. They are capable of adapting to both forested and open habitats, and their population is widespread throughout various regions in Australia.
In addition to being a quintessential symbol of Australia, kangaroos also
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A herbivorous pouched quadruped peculiar to Australia.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of KANGAROO
The etymology of the word "kangaroo" is quite interesting. When Europeans first arrived in Australia and encountered an unknown hopping mammal, they asked the natives from the Guugu Yimithirr tribe what it was called. The Guugu Yimithirr people replied "kangaroo", which in their language meant "I don't understand" or "I don't know what you're saying". However, the Europeans mistakenly thought it was the word for the animal itself and started using it. Later on, it was discovered that the Guugu Yimithirr people were referring to their lack of comprehension of the question rather than the animal. Nevertheless, the name "kangaroo" stuck and has been used to refer to these Australian marsupials ever since.
Idioms with the word KANGAROO
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a kangaroo court
The idiom "a kangaroo court" refers to a mock or illegitimate court that lacks proper procedures and fairness, as well as impartial judgment. It is often used to describe a judicial or trial process that is biased, prejudiced, or predetermined, typically resulting in an unfair or unjust outcome. The term "kangaroo court" implies a judicial proceeding that is fundamentally flawed and lacks credibility, akin to the erratic and unpredictable movements of a kangaroo.
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kangaroo court
The idiom "kangaroo court" refers to a mock or illegitimate judicial proceeding that lacks proper fairness and impartiality. It typically describes a trial or hearing characterized by arbitrary or biased decisions, disregard for legal principles, or a predetermined outcome.
Similar spelling words for KANGAROO
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Conjugate verb Kangaroo
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