Meaning of the word "water rat" in English

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water rat

US /ˈwɑːtər ræt/

UK /ˈwɑːtər ræt/

a large vole (Arvicola amphibius) that lives in or near water and has a short tail and small ears, native to Europe and Asia

Example:

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The water rat quickly dived into the river.

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We spotted a water rat building its burrow by the stream.

a person who spends a lot of time in or on the water, especially swimming or boating

Example:

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He's a real water rat, always out on his kayak.

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The kids are such water rats; they spend all summer at the pool.

Synonym:

aquaphile swimmer boater

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