English Word · Intermediate
roadkill
The killing of an animal by a road vehicle
Pronunciation: /ˈɹəʊdˌkɪl/
Meaning
The death of an animal caused by being struck by a vehicle on a road.
Example
The new wildlife crossings helped reduce roadkill along the highway.
The new wildlife crossings helped reduce roadkill along the highway.
Practice tips
- Practice roadkill out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.