Definition of Loggerhead
Loggerhead
log·ger·head
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A type of sea turtle with a large head and powerful jaws.
e.g. The loggerhead turtle slowly made its way across the sandy beach.
(noun)
an iron tool consisting of a long handle terminating in a ball or bulb that after being heated, can be used to melt tar, heat liquids, etc.
e.g. Using the heated loggerhead, he melted the tar.
(noun)
a sea turtle with a large head that lives in the subtropical and temperate waters;
e.g. The loggerheads are endangered must be protected from extinction.
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