tortoiseshell

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈtɔː(ɹ)tə.ˌʃɛl/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

The horny, translucent, mottled covering of the carapace of the hawksbill turtle, used as a veneer etc.

2 Definition

The hawksbill turtle.

3 Definition

A domestic cat (or a rabbit, guinea-pig, etc.) whose fur has black, brown and yellow markings.

4 Definition

Any of several butterflies, mostly of the genera Nymphalis and Aglais that have similar markings.

Adjective
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Made of the covering of carapace of hawksbill turtle.

2 Definition

Having markings resembling covering of carapace of hawksbill turtle.