Gymnure
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdʒɪmˌnjʊər/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gymnure is a noun meaning A small carnivorous mammal, subfamily Galericinae, related to the hedgehogs and resembling a large rat, which inhabits various parts of Southeast Asia.
Meaning
A small carnivorous mammal, subfamily Galericinae, related to the hedgehogs and resembling a large rat, which inhabits various parts of Southeast Asia.
Example Sentences
Unlike hedgehogs, all gymnures produce a strong ammoniac smell reminiscent of rotten garlic, the better to establish territories and to deter enemies when frightened.
Word Forms
- gymnures
Synonyms for gymnure
Depending on context, synonyms include moonrat.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include moonrat, bulau, gymnurid, gymnarthrid, hedgehog, erinaceid.
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