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Testudine (noun) means any reptile belonging to the group that includes turtles and tortoises.

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Any reptile belonging to the group that includes turtles and tortoises.

"It is convenient to divide the testudines into three groups, which will be referred to as the tortoises, the terrapins, and the turtles." — Douglas J. Short, The I.A.T. manual of laboratory animal practice and techniques (1969)

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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"testudine" (noun) means any reptile belonging to the group that includes turtles and tortoises.