Turtles
Definition
(Noun; Reptiles) Slow-moving creatures with hard shells that can live for centuries and never seem to age!
Usage
I heard turtles are so slow they actually missed the Ice Age!
Insight
What did the turtle say when he saw a pair of shoes? Nothing - He's shell shocked!
Origin
The origin of the word 'turtle' dates back to ancient times when people would put their heads in their shells whenever someone said something embarrassing or awkward...and it stuck ever since!
Related
ShellsTortoisesTerrapinsAquatic TurtlesLand Turtles