How to pronounce “turtling”

Meaning

• [Noun]
• The hunting of turtles (the reptiles).
• (nautical) Turning turtle.
• (figuratively) Any slow progression or build-up.
• (games, card games, computer games) A defensive strategy of avoiding conflict, by maintaining strong defense and little to no offense, while remaining in a fixed position.
• [Verb]
• present participle and gerund of turtle

Practice Nearby Words

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Similar Sounds

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