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Marmot: meaning, definitions and examples

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marmot

 

[ หˆmษ‘หrmษ™t ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal type

A marmot is a large ground squirrel that belongs to the Sciuridae family. These rodents are typically found in mountainous areas and are known for their burrowing habits. Marmots are social animals that often live in colonies. They are characterized by their stocky body, short legs, and a bushy tail. Marmots hibernate during the winter months, which reduces their activity and food needs during this harsh season.

Synonyms

ground squirrel, rodent, whistle pig

Examples of usage

  • The marmot emerged from its burrow to bask in the sun.
  • We spotted a family of marmots while hiking in the Rockies.
  • Marmots communicate using high-pitched whistles to warn each other of predators.

Translations

Translations of the word "marmot" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น marmota

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคพเคฐเฅเคฎเฅ‹เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Murmeltier

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ marmut

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ััƒั€ะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ marmot

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒžใƒผใƒขใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท marmotte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ marmota

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sincap

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งˆ๋ชป

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู…ุงุฑู…ูˆุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sysel

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sysel

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅœŸๆ‹จ้ผ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ marmota

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ marmot

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะพั€ะผะพั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ แƒแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ marma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ marmota

Etymology

The word 'marmot' originates from the Middle French word 'marmotte,' which is derived from the Latin word 'marmota.' This term can be traced back to the Gaulish language, which was spoken by the Celtic tribes in what is now France before the Roman conquest. The earliest references to marmots date back to the 16th century. Marmots are well-known in many cultures for their distinctive behaviors and habitats. In some regions, they are considered important for the ecosystem, as their burrowing habits aerate the soil and provide habitats for other species. Over time, the popularity of marmots has led to various cultural representations, making them iconic animals in certain landscapes.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,439 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.