numbat

/ˈnʌmbæt/

Definitions

1. noun

A small, termite-eating marsupial native to Australia, characterized by a distinctive striped pattern on its back.

“The Australian zoo was home to a few numbat species that were rescued from the wild.”

2. noun

A type of Australian termite mound-dwelling mammal.

“The numbat’s unique ability to eat termites has made it a fascinating subject for researchers.”

Synonyms

  • marsupial
  • possum

Antonyms

  • primate
  • rodent