Symbols of longevity in Chinese iconography Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “Symbols of longevity in Chinese iconography” from the New York Times crossword of November 27, 2024? It has 9 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.

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NEW YORK TIMES, NOVEMBER 27, 2024

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What is the answer to “Symbols of longevity in Chinese iconography”?

TORTOISES, 9 letters: any of an order of reptiles having the body enclosed in a bony shell.

When was “Symbols of longevity in Chinese iconography” last seen in a crossword?

In the New York Times crossword of November 27, 2024.

How many letters does the answer have?

9 letters, starting with T.