roadkill

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English

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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From road +‎ kill.

Pronunciation

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  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈɹəʊdˌkɪl/
  • Audio (US):(file)

Noun

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roadkill (usually uncountable, plural roadkills)

  1. (chiefly US, automotive) The killing of an animal by a road vehicle.
  2. (chiefly US, automotive) The animal or animals so killed.
    Synonym: road pizza
  3. (by extension) A helpless victim.

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