Carapace Noun: The hard outer shell of a turtle or other animal. Also used more generally to describe a tough exterior. Examples: “The Green Turtles carapace had been damaged by what appeared to...Read More
Carapace Noun: The hard upper shell of a turtle, crustacean or arachnid. Sometimes used metaphorically. Example: “The sea turtles carapace blended with the rocks.” Metaphorically: “H...Read More