turtling
The hunting of turtlesThe hunting of turtles (the reptiles).
Meaning
5 senses(uncountable)The hunting of turtles (the reptiles).
(uncountable)Turning turtle.
(figuratively, uncountable)Any slow progression or build-up.
(uncountable)A defensive strategy of avoiding conflict, by maintaining strong defense and little to no offense, while remaining in a fixed position.
A baby turtle.
Origin
From turtle + -ing.From turtle + -ing.
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Forms
plural: turtlings| Singular | turtling |
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uncountable
Synonyms
1 synonymsLessons for this word
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