Terrapin Definition & Meaning

terrapin
noun
  1. any of various edible North American web-footed turtles living in fresh or brackish water

"Terrapin" in song lyrics

See how terrapin is used in real songs:

  • "Post teen mutant ninja terrapin"
    Jehst f/ The Sundragon, Usmaan — Manimals
  • "you better play the opposite of a terrapin"
    Dilated Peoples — Ruggedness
  • "marissa coleman-maryland terrapin"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "terrapin"

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