Carapace

Pronunciation: /ˈkærəˌpeɪs/

Definitions of carapace

noun a hard shell covering the back of certain animals such as turtles and crustaceans

Example Sentences

A1 Turtles have a hard carapace to protect themselves from predators.

A2 The crab's carapace was covered in barnacles.

B1 The scientist studied the carapace of the beetle to learn more about its anatomy.

B2 The turtle's carapace was beautifully patterned with intricate designs.

C1 The archaeologist carefully examined the ancient turtle carapace found at the site.

C2 The artist created a stunning sculpture inspired by the intricate patterns of a turtle's carapace.

Examples of carapace in a Sentence

formal The turtle's carapace provides protection from predators.

informal Check out the cool pattern on that turtle's shell!

slang That turtle's got a pretty sweet armor.

figurative She retreated into her emotional carapace to shield herself from criticism.

Grammatical Forms of carapace

• plural: carapaces
• comparative: more carapace
• superlative: most carapace
• present tense: carapaces
• future tense: will carapace
• perfect tense: have carapaced
• continuous tense: is carapacing
• singular: carapace
• positive degree: carapace
• infinitive: to carapace
• gerund: carapacing
• participle: carapaced

Origin and Evolution of carapace

First Known Use: 1750 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'carapace' originated from the French word 'carapace' which came from the Spanish 'carapacho' and ultimately from the Latin 'carpācium'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the hard upper shell of a turtle or crustacean, the term 'carapace' has evolved to also describe the hard outer covering or shell of various animals, as well as metaphorically referring to a protective covering or shield.