noun Uncommon

ridley

RIHD-lee

Ridley (noun) means a small sea turtle of the genus Lepidochelys, found in the Atlantic and Pacific. Example: “Conservationists tagged dozens of ridley turtles nesting on the beach.”

noun

A small sea turtle of the genus Lepidochelys, found in the Atlantic and Pacific.

"Conservationists tagged dozens of ridley turtles nesting on the beach."

How to use ridley

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA type of small marine turtle; also a common surname and given name.

Word forms

ridleys plural

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Etymology

Unknown origin.

Rhymes for ridley

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Frequently asked questions

What does “ridley” mean?

The word “ridley” means a small sea turtle of the genus Lepidochelys, found in the Atlantic and Pacific. In plain terms, a type of small marine turtle; also a common surname and given name.

How do you pronounce “ridley”?

“Ridley” is pronounced RIHD-lee (/ˈɹɪdli/ in IPA).

How do you use “ridley” in a sentence?

Here is “ridley” used in a sentence: “Conservationists tagged dozens of ridley turtles nesting on the beach.”

What part of speech is “ridley”?

“Ridley” is a noun.

Is “ridley” a common word?

“Ridley” is an uncommon word in modern English.