common snapping turtle US
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Definition of common snapping turtle - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
reptileUS large freshwater turtle with a strong biteUS
- The common snapping turtle can bite very hard.
- A common snapping turtle can live for decades.
- Researchers study the common snapping turtle's behavior.
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large freshwater turtle with a strong bite
Expressions with common
shared by two or more parties
They have nothing in common..
ordinary people or things
He considered himself just one of the common clay.
theme or characteristic shared by different things or people
The common thread among these stories is their focus on resilience..
ability to connect with and appeal to ordinary people
The politician's common touch won many votes.
reach an agreement or understanding
After hours of discussion, they managed to find common ground.
very ordinary or unremarkable
The design of the house is common as dirt.
very ordinary or lacking sophistication
His manners are common as muck.
basic trait shared by all members of a group
The panel discussion tried to find the least common denominator among all the proposals..
least complex level that is acceptable to most people
The show aims for the lowest common denominator to ensure broad appeal.
minimal practical understanding or wisdom
She showed an ounce of common sense by bringing an umbrella.
agreed upon by everyone involved
The decision was made by common consent.
someone very practical and wise
She has a phd in common sense and always knows the right thing to do.
cooperate to achieve a shared goal
The two companies made common cause to fight pollution.
mild viral illness causing runny nose, cough, and sore throat
He missed school because of a common cold.
edible root-like spice used to flavor many cooked dishes
She added grated common ginger to the soup for extra flavor.
information known by most people
It's common knowledge that the Earth orbits the Sun..
name widely recognized or used
He goes by the common name of Bob in his community..
typical member of the public
Policies should benefit the common person.
room in a school or college for relaxation and socializing
Students gathered in the common room to discuss their projects..
good judgment in practical matters
Using common sense, he avoided the dangerous shortcut home.
method or approach frequently used
The common way to solve this problem is by using a calculator.
share characteristics or interests with someone or something
They have in common a love for music.
share no interests, qualities, or similarities with someone or something
They have nothing in common and rarely talk.
shared concern or hobby that brings people together
They discovered a common interest in hiking during the trip.
Expressions with snapping
type of large turtle known for its strong bite
The snapping turtle can be quite aggressive when threatened.
large freshwater turtle with three ridges and a strong bite
The alligator snapping turtle can bite very hard.
beetle that makes clicking sounds and flips to right itself
The snapping beetle flipped over with a loud click.
small shrimp that makes a loud snapping sound
The snapping shrimp can stun prey with its claw.
Expressions with turtle
withdraw into a defensive position
When criticized, he tends to turtle up and avoid confrontation.
very slow speed or rate of progress
The project is moving at a turtle pace.
extremely slow in movement or action
He is slow as a turtle when it comes to getting ready.
large turtle with flipper-like limbs living in the ocean
A sea turtle swims gracefully through the coral reef.
terrestrial North American turtle with a closable shell
We spotted a box turtle crossing the forest path.
largest sea turtle with a soft, flexible shell
The leathery turtle is the largest sea turtle in the world.
turtle that lives in ponds and slow-moving waters
The pond turtle basked on a log in the sun.
type of large turtle known for its strong bite
The snapping turtle can be quite aggressive when threatened.
large-headed sea turtle with a reddish-brown shell
The loggerhead sea turtle nests on sandy beaches.
hand gesture showing something is awkward or embarrassing
He made the awkward turtle after the silence.
overturn accidentally
The car turned turtle on the icy road.
large freshwater turtle with three ridges and a strong bite
The alligator snapping turtle can bite very hard.
black bean variety often used in Latin American food
Turtle bean is popular in many Latin American recipes.
North American turtle with a rough shell
The wood turtle is often found near streams.
large turtle with flippers living in warm seas
The marine turtle glided gracefully through the water.
bird in the genus Streptopelia
The turtle dove is known for its gentle cooing.
large sea turtle species Chelonia mydas
The green sea turtle is found in tropical oceans.
large sea turtle with greenish flesh
The green turtle is often seen near coral reefs.
small aquatic turtle of the Americas
The mud turtle is often found in shallow waters.
small North American turtle with a musky smell
The musk turtle released a strong odor when picked up.
freshwater turtle with colorful shell markings
The painted turtle basked on the log.
freshwater turtle with a soft, flexible shell
A soft-shelled turtle swam quickly in the pond.
bird of the species Streptopelia turtur
The European turtle dove is known for its gentle cooing.
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- French:tortue serpentine, ...
- German:Schnappschildkröte, ...
- Italian:tartaruga azzannatrice comune, ...
- Spanish:tortuga mordedora común, ...
- Portuguese:tartaruga-aligátor, ...
- Chinese:普通短颈鳄龟, ...
- Japanese:カミツキガメ, ...
- Arabic:سُلْحُفاة عَضّاضَة شائِعَة, ...
- Hebrew:צַב נוֹשֵׁךְ נָפוֹץ, ...
- Russian:обыкновенная кусающая черепаха, ...
- Ukrainian:звичайна щелепаста прісноводна черепаха, ...
- Hindi:सामान्य स्नैपिंग कछुआ, ...
- Bengali:সাধারণ কামড়ানো কচ্ছপ, ...
- Catalan:tortuga mossegadora comuna, ...
- Czech:kajmanka dravá, ...
- Danish:kæmpe snapskildpadde, ...
- Dutch:bijtschildpad, ...
- Greek:κοινή δαγκωτή χελώνα, ...
- Hungarian:alligátorteknős, ...
- Khmer:អណ្តើកខាំ, ...
- Korean:큰입거북, ...
- Persian:لاکپشت نیشزنِ معمولی, ...
- Polish:żółw jaszczurowaty, ...
- Portuguese (BR):tartaruga mordedora, ...
- Romanian:broasca țestoasă mușcătoare comună, ...
- Swedish:snappsköldpadda, ...
- Thai:เต่ากัดธรรมดา, ...
- Turkish:adi kaplumbağa, ...
- Vietnamese:rùa rắn, ...
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