1. plural of kangaroo; large marsupials native to Australia with powerful hind legs for jumping and a long tail for balance

Examples

• Kangaroos are found throughout Australia and nearby islands.
• The zoo’s kangaroos were hopping around their enclosure.
• Red kangaroos are the largest marsupials in the world.
• We saw several kangaroos grazing in the field during our trip to Australia.
• Baby kangaroos, called joeys, live in their mother’s pouch.
• The kangaroos bounded across the outback with incredible speed.