roadkill
What is another word for roadkill? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — An animal killed by a vehicle on the road, or the act of an animal being killed this way.
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Etymology
A compound of "road" + "kill," coined to describe animals struck and killed by traffic.
Full origin of roadkill →Frequently asked questions
What does “roadkill” mean?
The word “roadkill” means an animal killed by a vehicle on the road, or the act of an animal being killed this way. In plain terms, an animal hit and killed by a car, or figuratively, a helpless casualty of something bigger.
How do you pronounce “roadkill”?
“Roadkill” is pronounced ROHD-kihl (/ˈɹoʊdˌkɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “roadkill” in a sentence?
Here is “roadkill” used in a sentence: “They swerved to avoid becoming roadkill after a deer darted into the headlights.”
What part of speech is “roadkill”?
“Roadkill” is a noun.
How many meanings does “roadkill” have?
“Roadkill” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an animal killed by a vehicle on the road, or the act of an animal being killed this way.
