What is another word for eutamias?

Pronunciation: [juːtˈe͡ɪmi͡əz] (IPA)

Eutamias is a genus of small-sized rodents that are commonly known as chipmunks. These adorable creatures are characterized by their stripes and their bushy tails. Their scientific name, Eutamias, comes from Greek words meaning "good grinder" which refers to their strong, sharp teeth used for grinding food. Synonyms for Eutamias includes the common names of chipmunks such as red squirrel, striped gopher, ground squirrel and chip squirrel. These rodents of the Sciuridae family are found in North America and are known for their playful and curious behavior. They are popular as pets and featured in children's literature and cartoons, making them a beloved animal to many.

Synonyms for Eutamias:

What are the hypernyms for Eutamias?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Eutamias?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

What are the holonyms for Eutamias?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.

What are the meronyms for Eutamias?

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  • meronyms for eutamias (as nouns)

Usage examples for Eutamias

The head of the malleus in Tamias is clearly more elongated than in eutamias.
"Genera and Subgenera of Chipmunks"
John A. White
Critical examination of new and old evidence reveals, nevertheless, that the subgenera eutamias and Neotamias of the genus eutamias are more closely related to one another than either is to the genus Tamias.
"Genera and Subgenera of Chipmunks"
John A. White
eutamias quadrivittatus hopiensis Merriam.
"Mammals of the Grand Mesa, Colorado"
Sydney Anderson

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