CARRION - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Noun
the dead and rotting body of an animal; unfit for human food
Categories: Body, remains
Synonyms
🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)
The word "carrion" comes from Latin caro. It started in Vulgar Latin *carōnia. Then it appeared in Old French caroigne. Later, people used it in Middle English caroigne. Many other languages have similar words:.
- French: charogne
🧩 Fun Fact
Following this word's journey reveals ancient trade routes and cultural exchanges.