Meaning of the word beavers in English

What does beavers mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

beavers

US /ˈbiː.vərz/
UK /ˈbiː.vəz/

Plural Noun

large, semi-aquatic rodents native to the Northern Hemisphere, known for building dams and lodges

Example:
The river was home to several families of beavers.
Beavers use their strong teeth to cut down trees for their dams.