Definition of kangaroo - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
animallarge marsupial with strong hind legs for hopping
- The kangaroo hopped across the Australian outback.
2.
clothingDated US hooded jacket with a front pocketDated US
- He wore a kangaroo to keep warm in the cold.
3.
financeDated Australian share in mining or tobaccoDated
- She invested in a kangaroo on the stock market.
Adjective
1.
motionhaving a jumping or bouncing motion
- The kangaroo court proceedings were erratic and unpredictable.
2.
geographyrelated to Australia or its culture
- The kangaroo cuisine is famous for its unique flavors.
3.
financeTECH. characterized by rapidly jumping prices in marketsTECH.
- The kangaroo market made investors cautious.
Verb
1.
car jerkingintr. UK move a car with short sudden jerksintr. UK
- The car started to kangaroo when he released the clutch too quickly.
2.
infant caretr. TECH. hold a premature infant against the skintr. TECH.
- The nurse taught the parents how to kangaroo their baby.
Images of kangaroo
large marsupial with strong hind legs for hopping 
hooded jacket with a front pocket
Expressions with kangaroo
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unofficial court lacking proper authority and fairness
The trial was nothing but a kangaroo court.
meat from a kangaroo
Kangaroo meat is popular in Australia.
large front pocket on a garment
He kept his hands warm in the kangaroo pocket.
Australian plant with velvety tubular flowers resembling a kangaroo's paw
The kangaroo paw adds vibrant color to gardens with its unique flowers..
practice of holding a baby against parent's chest
Kangaroo care helps in bonding between the baby and the parent.
marsupial from New Guinea and Australia living in trees
A tree kangaroo climbs high branches in the rainforest.
large Australian marsupial with reddish fur living in deserts
The red kangaroo can hop long distances across the desert.
small leaping rodent in genus Dipodomys
The kangaroo rat hops quickly across the desert sand.
small marsupial resembling a jerboa and kangaroo
The jerboa kangaroo is native to Australia.
shrub native to Australia and New Zealand
The kangaroo apple thrives in warm climates..
parliamentary procedure selecting certain amendments for discussion
The speaker used a kangaroo closure to manage the debate.
large rough-haired Australian dog breed used for hunting kangaroos
The kangaroo dog is fast and strong for hunting.
tussocky Australian grass of the genus Themeda, often used for fodder
Kangaroo grass grows in clumps across the field.
small nocturnal rodent from North American deserts with silky hair
The kangaroo mouse hides during the day to avoid heat.
small Australian marsupial with rat-like features
The rat kangaroo hopped across the Australian outback.
Origin of kangaroo
Guugu Yimidhirr, gangurru (kangaroo)
Terms with kangaroo included in their meaning
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animal
male deer, antelope, rabbit, or kangaroo
animal
baby kangaroo inside its mother's pouch
animals
young kangaroo or other marsupial
Australia
kangaroo in Australian slang
zoology
adult male kangaroo
animal
large male kangaroo
animals
kangaroo rat found in North America
abr: kangaroo rat
small rodent living in deserts of North America
australian animal
small marsupial from Australia that looks like a tiny kangaroo
food
meat from a kangaroo
botany
Australian plant with velvety tubular flowers resembling a kangaroo's paw
animals
small marsupial resembling a jerboa and kangaroo
fashion
type of fastening on clothing that resembles a kangaroo's pouch
plant
Australian plant with flowers resembling a kangaroo's foot
similarity
resembling or characteristic of a kangaroo
animals
having characteristics typical of a kangaroo
Examples of kangaroo in a sentence
The zoo's main attraction was a playful kangaroo. She slipped on her kangaroo before heading out. The kangaroo was perfect for the chilly evening. Investors are keen on kangaroos due to their high returns. The portfolio manager recommended adding kangaroos for diversification. The kangaroo movements of the dancer were mesmerizing.
The kangaroo rhythm of the song made everyone want to jump. The kangaroo art scene is vibrant and diverse. Kangaroo traditions are celebrated during the festival. The stock's kangaroo behavior puzzled analysts. Kangaroo trends in the market are unpredictable. Beginners often kangaroo the car during lessons. He accidentally kangarooed the vehicle in traffic. She learned to kangaroo her newborn in the hospital. The doctor recommended kangarooing to improve the baby's health.
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- French:kangourou, sautillant, ...
- German:Känguru, hüpfend, ...
- Italian:canguro, saltellante, ...
- Spanish:canguro, saltarín, ...
- Portuguese:canguru, saltitante, ...
- Chinese:袋鼠, 跳跃的, ...
- Japanese:カンガルー, 跳ねる, ...
- Arabic:كَنْغَر, وَثَّاب, ...
- Hebrew:קַנְגּוּרוּ, קוֹפְצָנִי, ...
- Russian:кенгуру, прыгающий, ...
- Ukrainian:кенгуру, стрибучий, ...
- Hindi:कंगारू, उछलता हुआ, ...
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