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TOHD/təʊd/

A toad is an animal like a frog, with dry bumpy skin; it lives more on land and comes out at night. Countable: a toad, toads. A frog has smoother wet skin and jumps into water more. Both live near ponds. Not toe (on your foot) — extra d, different meaning.

Meaning

An animal like a frog, with dry bumpy skin, that lives more on land.

Examples

• “A toad sat by the pond.”
• “A toad hopped across the path.”
• “We found a toad under the flowerpot.”

Good to know

a toad (bumpy, more on land). Contrast: frog (smoother, more in water). Mix-up: toe.

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