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Word: Tortoiseshell
Speech Type: Noun
ˈtɔːtəsʃɛl
the semi-transparent mottled yellow and brown shell of certain turtles, typically used to make jewellery or ornaments.
Short Definition:mottled yellow and brown shell of certain turtles
a domestic cat with mottled black, brown, and orange markings resembling tortoiseshell.
Short Definition:domestic cat with markings resembling tortoiseshell
a butterfly with mottled orange, yellow, and black markings, and wavy wing margins.
Short Definition:butterfly with mottled orange, yellow, and black markings
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