Meaning of the word dormouse in English

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dormouse

US /ˈdɔːr.maʊs/
UK /ˈdɔː.maʊs/
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Noun

a small, mouselike rodent native to Europe, Asia, and Africa, typically arboreal and nocturnal, known for its long periods of hibernation.

Example:
The tiny dormouse was fast asleep in its nest.
Dormice are known for their long hibernation periods.