English Dictionary

testaceous

/tɛˈsteɪʃəs/

adj

(obsolete) Pertaining to earthenware or baked clay. / Having a shell, especially one which is not articulated. / Of a dull orange or brownish colour, like brick.

The testaceous shell of the turtle provides protection.

意味（1）

(obsolete) Pertaining to earthenware or baked clay.

[T]hey were burnt, or only baked in Oven or Sunne: According to the ancient way, in many bricks, tiles, pots, and testaceous works […].

意味（2）

Having a shell, especially one which is not articulated.

It has a very large head, in proportion to its body, all covered with a shell, like other testaceous Animals […].

意味（3）

Of a dull orange or brownish colour, like brick.