notiosorex

nɔːtɪəˈsɔːrɛks

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of shrews in the family Soricidae, characterized by their small size and nocturnal habits.

“The notiosorex is one of the smallest mammals in North America, and is often found in underground burrows.”

Synonyms

  • shrew
  • soricid

Antonyms

  • diurnal creature
  • large mammal