marsupial
UK/mɑ:'sju:piәl/US
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Definitions
n.
A mammal whose young are born undeveloped and typically carried in a pouch, such as a kangaroo or koala.
有袋类动物（如袋鼠、考拉）
adj.
Of or relating to marsupials or their pouches.
有袋类的，袋状的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedmarsuproot
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alrelating to, having the nature of
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Example Sentences
- 1.
The kangaroo is the most well-known marsupial in Australia.
- 2.
Marsupials carry their young in a pouch until they mature.
- 3.
Scientists study marsupials to understand evolutionary biology.