turtle turtle /ˈtɝːtəl/

noun

1. Any of various aquatic and land reptiles having a bony shell and flipper-like limbs for swimming  ( turtle )
   any of various aquatic and land reptiles having a bony shell and flipper-like limbs for swimming
    The turtle is a shelled reptile that is found in many parts of the world, and is known for its slow, deliberate movements both on land and in water
   The turtle is a shelled reptile that is found in many parts of the world, and is known for its slow, deliberate movements both on land and in water
   
   
2. [ N. American] A sweater or jersey with a high close-fitting collar  ( polo-neck [British] , turtle [ N. American] , turtleneck [ N. American] , polo neck [Canadian, British] )
   a sweater or jersey with a high close-fitting collar
   
   

verb

1. Hunt for turtles, especially as an occupation  ( turtle )
   hunt for turtles, especially as an occupation
   
2. Overturn accidentally  ( capsize , turn turtle , turtle )
   overturn accidentally
    Don't rock the boat or it will capsize!
   Don't rock the boat or it will capsize!