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Noun — A tree-dwelling Australian marsupial with a stout grey body, round furry ears, and a diet almost entirely of eucalyptus leaves.

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Etymology

From an Aboriginal Australian word (Dharug "gula"), possibly meaning "no water" — koalas get nearly all their moisture from leaves.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “koala” mean?

The word “koala” means a tree-dwelling Australian marsupial with a stout grey body, round furry ears, and a diet almost entirely of eucalyptus leaves. In plain terms, the cuddly-looking Australian animal that lives in trees and eats eucalyptus.

How do you pronounce “koala”?

“Koala” is pronounced koh-AH-luh (/koʊˈɑː.lə/ in IPA).

How do you use “koala” in a sentence?

Here is “koala” used in a sentence: “The koala spent most of the day asleep in the fork of a eucalyptus tree.”

What part of speech is “koala”?

“Koala” is a noun.

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