Meaning of the word "dassie rat" in English
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dassie rat
US /ˈdæsi ræt/
UK /ˈdæsi ræt/
Noun
1.
a small, nocturnal rodent (Petromus typicus) native to rocky areas of southwestern Africa, known for its flattened body and long tail
Example:
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The dassie rat is well-adapted to living in crevices and rocky outcrops.
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Identifying a dassie rat can be tricky due to its excellent camouflage.
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