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carcass

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈkɑːrkəs/ · UK /ˈkɑːkəs/

carcass means: The dead body of an animal, especially one used for meat.

noun

DEAD ANIMALB2

The dead body of an animal, especially one used for meat.

  • They found a deer carcass.
  • Vultures gathered around the carcass.
  • The butcher hung the carcasses in a cold room.

Similar words: body, remains

Common phrases: animal carcass, deer carcass, remove a carcass

HIDDEN FRAMEC2

The basic supporting structure inside something such as a cupboard.

  • The cabinet carcass is made of plywood.
  • He fitted doors to the carcass.
  • These carcasses support the kitchen worktop.

Similar words: framework, frame

Common phrases: cabinet carcass, wooden carcass, build a carcass

Questions about carcass

What does carcass mean?

The dead body of an animal, especially one used for meat.

What is carcass in other languages?

Türkçe: hayvan ölüsü · Español: cadáver · Français: carcasse · Deutsch: Kadaver · Italiano: carcassa · 日本語: 動物の死骸

How do you pronounce carcass?

In American English /ˈkɑːrkəs/; in British English /ˈkɑːkəs/.

How do you use carcass in a sentence?

They found a deer carcass. Vultures gathered around the carcass.

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