Meaning of the word muskrat in English

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

muskrat

US /ˈmʌsk.ræt/
UK /ˈmʌsk.ræt/
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Noun

a large, aquatic rodent native to North America, with a long, scaly tail and dark brown fur, valued for its fur

Example:
The muskrat built its lodge near the riverbank.
Trappers often hunt muskrats for their valuable fur.
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