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capybara

/kæpɪˈbɑːrə/ noun · British & US
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What does capybara mean?

noun

A large rodent that is native to South America, resembling a cross between a rabbit and a guinea pig. It is the world's largest rodent species.

Example

"The capybara is a semi-aquatic mammal that is well adapted to life in the water."

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