Roadkill (noun)

An animal that has been killed as a result of being hit by a vehicle on a road.

Origin:

Late 20th century: humorous formation from road + kill.

Examples:

1. The road was littered with the bodies of roadkill.
2. The driver swerved to avoid hitting the roadkill on the road.
3. The sight of the roadkill made the children feel sad.
4. The roadkill was collected by the highway department and disposed of.
5. The roadkill was a reminder of the dangers faced by wildlife near roads.