sea turtle

noun

: any of two families (Cheloniidae and Dermochelyidae) of widely distributed marine turtles that have the feet modified into paddles and that include the green turtle, leatherback, hawksbill, loggerhead, and ridley

Examples of sea turtle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The island is home to rich coastal ecosystems and serves as a nesting place for several species of sea turtles. — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026

Its warm, exceptionally clear waters shelter sea turtles, sharks, rays, and hundreds of species of fish. — Sarah Bruning, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026

There will also be presentations throughout the day on eagles, sharks, rays and sea turtles, as well as a wildlife surprise and arts and crafts. — Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Aug. 2026

Florida has dozens of native animals on federal and state endangered species lists, including the Florida panther, West Indian manatee, smalltooth sawfish, hawksbill sea turtle and Everglades snail kite. — Miami Herald, 8 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1612, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sea turtle

• fertile
• hurtle
• kirtle
• myrtle
• infertile

Kids Definition

sea turtle

noun

: any of various large marine turtles (as the green turtle or the loggerhead) that have paddle-shaped feet to aid in swimming