Kangaroo

Pronunciation: /kæŋɡəˈruː/

Definitions of kangaroo

noun A large marsupial native to Australia known for its powerful hind legs and long tail, used for hopping and jumping.

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a kangaroo at the zoo.

A2 Kangaroos are native to Australia.

B1 The kangaroo hopped through the outback.

B2 The kangaroo's powerful hind legs allow it to jump great distances.

C1 Scientists study the behavior of kangaroos in the wild.

C2 The kangaroo is a marsupial known for its unique reproductive system.

Examples of kangaroo in a Sentence

formal The kangaroo is a marsupial native to Australia.

informal I saw a kangaroo hopping around in the outback.

slang Check out that roo jumping over there!

figurative Her energy level is like a kangaroo on caffeine.

Grammatical Forms of kangaroo

• past tense: kangarooed
• plural: kangaroos
• comparative: more kangaroo
• superlative: most kangaroo
• present tense: kangaroo
• future tense: will kangaroo
• perfect tense: have kangarooed
• continuous tense: is kangarooing
• singular: kangaroo
• positive degree: kangaroo
• infinitive: to kangaroo
• gerund: kangarooing
• participle: kangarooed

Origin and Evolution of kangaroo

First Known Use: 1770 year

Language of Origin: Guugu Yimithirr

Story behind the word: The word 'kangaroo' is believed to have originated from the Guugu Yimithirr word 'gangurru', which refers to a species of large marsupials found in Australia.

Evolution of the word: The word 'kangaroo' was first recorded by Lieutenant James Cook during his expedition to Australia in 1770. Since then, it has become the widely accepted term for this unique animal in English and other languages.