"boofhead tortoise" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /bʊf.hɛd ˈtɔ.təs/ [General-Australian] Forms: boofhead tortoises [plural]
Etymology: From boofhead + tortoise, referring to the large head developed by the female in old age. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|boofhead|tortoise}} boofhead + tortoise Head templates: {{en-noun}} boofhead tortoise (plural boofhead tortoises)
  1. A small turtle, Emydura macquarii, of northern Australia. Categories (lifeform): Turtles
    Sense id: en-boofhead_tortoise-en-noun-71Xyrxuz Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries

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