Carcass
/ˈkɑrkəs/
The word "carcass" means the body of an animal that has died, especially one that is used for food.
Examples
- When we went to the nature reserve, we saw the carcass of a deer that had been eaten by scavengers.
- In science class, we learned about how the carcass of an animal can help feed other creatures in the ecosystem.
- The zookeeper explained that the carcass of a dead animal is often used to teach students about wildlife and biology.
Synonyms
body
remains
carcass
flesh
meat
Antonyms
alive
living
healthy
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