gerbille

/ˈʒɛrbɪl/ or /ˈɡɜːrbɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of domesticated rodent, the laboratory rat (Rattus norvegicus) or the domesticated Mongolian gerbil (Meriones unguiculatus), especially when kept as a pet.

“The gerbille is a popular pet among children.”

Synonyms

  • gerbil
  • lab rat
  • pet rodent

Antonyms

  • feral animal
  • wild animal