Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Kangaroo Rat.
Kangaroo Rat - as a noun
Any of various leaping rodents of desert regions of north america and mexico; largest members of the family heteromyidae
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
desert ratdipodomys phillipsiiHypernyms (Closely Related)
pocket ratHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Any of several rabbit-sized ratlike australian kangaroos
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rat kangarooHypernyms (Closely Related)
kangarooHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The kangaroo rat is a nocturnal rodent native to North America."
"The kangaroo rat has large hind legs that allow it to move in a hopping motion."
"The kangaroo rat can survive in the desert due to its water-conserving adaptations."
"The kangaroo rat is known for its ability to go for long periods without drinking water."
"The kangaroo rat communicates using a combination of foot drumming and vocalizations."
