pedetes

/pɛˈdiːtiːz/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of jumping mice, typically found in South America

“The researcher studied the unique adaptations of Pedetes in the Andes mountains.”

2. plural noun

jumping mice of the genus Pedetes

“The pedetes were an essential food source for the local wildlife.”

Synonyms

  • hopping mouse
  • jumping mouse

Antonyms

  • non-hopping rodent
  • sitting animal