Synonyms for

Kangaroo

Verb / ˌkæŋgɜ:ˈu: / Another word for kangaroo — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A large Australian marsupial with a long tail and strong hind legs adapted for leaping.

Synonyms & similar words

wallaby joey marsupial jumper hopper macropod pademelon quokka wombat bilby numbat bandicoot

Synonyms by register

Formal

macropod marsupial

Informal

roo

Literary

hopper leaper

Antonyms

mouse vole shrew gerbil hamster guinea pig

Common collocations

  • red kangaroo
  • grey kangaroo
  • kangaroo court
  • kangaroo paw
  • kangaroo island
  • baby kangaroo
  • mother kangaroo
  • kangaroo mother

Word family

noun kangaroo

Usage note

The term 'kangaroo court' refers to an unofficial, unfair, or illegal court. 'Roo' is a common informal abbreviation.

Example sentences

  1. The kangaroo hopped away as soon as it saw us.
  2. I went to the zoo to see the kangaroos.
  3. The baby kangaroo is called a joey.
  4. Kangaroos are native to Australia.
  5. The kangaroo's tail helps it balance when it jumps.

Quotes

  • 'My favorite animal is the kangaroo. They're like deer, only they're explosive.' - Mitch Hedberg
  • 'Kangaroos are just rabbits that can bench press like 300 pounds.' - Unknown
  • 'Kangaroos are the deer of Australia.' - Unknown

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