box turtle
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of box turtle
An Americanism dating back to 1795–1805
Example Sentences
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The eastern box turtle is also deemed vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature.
From BBC • Aug. 12, 2025
The state estimates property damage from such wrecks at nearly $20 million annually, while unbroken roads also fracture habitats for monitored species of concern including the ornate box turtle, white-nosed coati and gila monster.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 23, 2023
“The whole concept of evil … what the hell is that all about?” asks a box turtle named Bertrand.
From New York Times • Jun. 28, 2022
And with the help of a talking box turtle, she travels through time.
From Washington Post • Jun. 21, 2022
It’s a turtle, box turtle, munching on old Whopper lettuce.
From "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli
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