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dipodomys ordi

 

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Noun dipodomys ordi has 1 sense
  1. Ord kangaroo rat, Dipodomys ordi - most widely distributed kangaroo rat: plains and mountain areas of central and western United States
    --1 is a kind of kangaroo rat, desert rat, Dipodomys phillipsii

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dipodomys ordi

Definition:

Dipodomys ordi is a species of rodent commonly known as the Ords kangaroo rat. It belongs to the genus Dipodomys, which consists of small jumping rodents called kangaroo rats.

Part of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

A species of rodent

Example: The Dipodomys ordi is native to the southwestern United States.

Sense 2:

A kangaroo rat belonging to the Dipodomys genus

Example: The Dipodomys ordi is known for its ability to jump long distances.

Usage:

Popular Usage:

In popular usage, Dipodomys ordi refers to the specific species of rodent.

Example: Dipodomys ordi is well adapted to the arid desert conditions.

Local Usage:

In a local context, Dipodomys ordi may refer to the kangaroo rats found in a particular region.

Example: The local Dipodomys ordi population is facing habitat loss due to urban development.

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