Dormouse: meaning, definitions and examples
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dormouse
[ หdษหrmaสs ]
animal species
A dormouse is a small rodent belonging to the family Gliridae, typically characterized by its large eyes and furry tail. These nocturnal creatures are known for their long hibernation periods during the winter months. Dormice are primarily found in Europe, Asia, and Northern Africa.
Synonyms
dormouse species, glirid, rodent.
Examples of usage
- The dormouse is often seen in hedgerows.
- During winter, the dormouse hibernates in its nest.
- The hazel dormouse is a protected species in the UK.
Translations
Translations of the word "dormouse" in other languages:
๐ต๐น dorminhoco
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเฅเคจเฅ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ เคเฅเคนเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Schlafmaus
๐ฎ๐ฉ dormouse
๐บ๐ฆ ัะพะฝะธัั
๐ต๐ฑ dormouse
๐ฏ๐ต ใใผใ ใน
๐ซ๐ท dormouse
๐ช๐ธ dormilรณn
๐น๐ท uyku faresi
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ์๋ ์ฅ
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุฃุฑ ูุงุฆู
๐จ๐ฟ dormouse
๐ธ๐ฐ dormouse
๐จ๐ณ ็ก้ผ
๐ธ๐ฎ dormouse
๐ฎ๐ธ dormouse
๐ฐ๐ฟ าฑะนาั ัััาะฐะฝั
๐ฌ๐ช แซแฃแซแฃแแฌแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ yatmaq siรงanฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ dormilรณn
Etymology
The term 'dormouse' originates from the Middle English word 'dormes,' which itself comes from the Old French word 'dormir,' meaning 'to sleep.' This etymology reflects the animal's characteristic hibernation behavior during cold months. The dormouse has been associated with folklore and stories, making appearances in various literary works, particularly in discussions of dreams and sleep, such as its notable role in Lewis Carroll's 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.' The word has evolved in its usage to represent not only the literal creature but also metaphorical interpretations surrounding sleepiness and lethargy.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #36,703, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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