What is another word for dasyproctidae?
Pronunciation: [dˈasɪpɹˌɒktɪdˌiː] (IPA) 
Dasyproctidae is a family of rodents that are commonly known as agoutis. There are several synonyms for this word, which are often used interchangeably depending on the context. Some of the most commonly used synonyms for dasyproctidae are agoutiids, agoutidae, and dasyproctids. While each of these words refer to the same family of rodents, they may be used differently depending on the scientific or common name of the species being referred to. For example, agoutiids may specifically refer to the genus Agouti, while dasyproctids could refer to the entire family including other genera.
