Meaning of the word "kangaroo rat" in English

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kangaroo rat

US /ˈkæŋ.ɡə.ruː ræt/

UK /ˈkæŋ.ɡə.ruː ræt/

Noun

a small North American desert rodent with long hind legs for jumping, a long tail, and cheek pouches for carrying food, belonging to the family Heteromyidae.

Example:

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The kangaroo rat can survive without drinking water, getting all its moisture from seeds.

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We spotted a small kangaroo rat hopping across the desert floor at dusk.

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