LEATHERBACK


Meaning of LEATHERBACK in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' le- th ə r- ˌ bak

Function: noun

Date: circa 1855

: the largest existing sea turtle ( Dermochelys coriacea ) distinguished by its flexible carapace composed of a mosaic of small bones embedded in a thick leathery skin

leatherback

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