noun
- plural of armadillo; small mammals with hard, bony shells that are native to Central and South America
Examples
- Armadillos are known for their ability to roll into a ball when threatened.
- The zoo’s new exhibit features several species of armadillos.
- Armadillos use their strong claws to dig burrows in the ground.
- In Texas, armadillos are commonly seen crossing roads at night.
- The nine-banded armadillos have expanded their range northward over the decades.
- Scientists study armadillos because they are one of the few animals that can carry leprosy.