Meaning of the word hamster in English

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

hamster

US /ˈhæm.stɚ/
UK /ˈhæm.stɚ/
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Noun

1.

a small, short-tailed, burrowing rodent with large cheek pouches for carrying food, native to Eurasia.

Example:
My sister got a new hamster for her birthday.
The hamster ran on its wheel all night.
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