microtus

/ˈmɪkroʊtəs/

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of small rodents found in Europe and Asia, including the vole

“The microtus population in the meadow has been increasing rapidly.”

2. noun

any species of the genus Microtus

“The field guide listed several species of microtus found in the region.”

Synonyms

  • rodent
  • vole

Antonyms

  • hominid
  • large mammal