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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

marmot

/mɑrmɒt/ noun · British & US
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What does marmot mean?

noun

A large ground-dwelling squirrel-like rodent that lives in mountainous regions, typically hibernating during the winter.

Example

"The hikers spotted a marmot perched on a rocky outcropping, its fur fluffed up against the cold wind."

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