carapace
US /ˈker.ə.peɪs/
UK /ˈkær.ə.peɪs/
名词
甲壳, 龟甲
the hard upper shell of a turtle, tortoise, or crustacean
示例:
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The turtle retracted its head and limbs into its protective carapace.
乌龟将头和四肢缩回其保护性甲壳中。
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The crab's hard carapace provides excellent defense against predators.
螃蟹坚硬的甲壳提供了对抗捕食者的出色防御。