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carcass

[kahr-kuhs] / ˈkɑr kəs /
NOUN
body of dead animal
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NOUN
body of dead person
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NOUN
framework, structure
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Using carcass counts, the researchers estimated that more than 7,000 adult penguins were killed during the four year study period.

From Science Daily • Feb. 8, 2026

"We have not seen one single carcass of any animal," Aucamp said.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

And while some believe the animals may have travelled to a safer location, a carcass found in the area, said to be that of an orangutan, is fuelling conservationists' fears.

From BBC • Dec. 11, 2025

A microbial film on the outer surface of the carcass then attracted clay particles from the surrounding wet sediment through electrostatic forces.

From Science Daily • Nov. 30, 2025

Smoked meats and sausages hung from the rafters, along with a wizened crocodile carcass.

From "Stardust" by Neil Gaiman




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