squirrel

/ˈskwɪr.əl/

Definitions

1. noun

any of various small to medium-sized rodents with a long bushy tail, that live in trees and feed mainly on nuts, seeds, and fruits.

“The squirrel scampered up the oak tree with a nut in its mouth.”

Synonyms

  • rodent
  • tree squirrel

Antonyms

  • gopher
  • groundhog