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Definition of quokka

quokka

/ˈkwɑː.kə/
quok · ka
Plural:quokkas
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• noun

1

A small, herbivorous macropod marsupial native to southwestern Australia, particularly Rottnest Island, notable for its short tail, round ears, and a facial structure that resembles a friendly smile.

Example

"During our trip to Rottnest Island, we were careful to keep a respectful distance while photographing a quokka resting under the coastal vegetation."

• Rhymes for quokka

• Nearby Words

quizzer
quizzical
quizzically
quokka
quoll
quorum
quota

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Noongar 'gwaga', the language of the Aboriginal people of the Perth region in southwestern Australia.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Quokka. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/quokka
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