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Kangaroo hare

Description

Kangaroo hare refers to a species of small hopping mammal found primarily in Australia. It belongs to the family Macropodidae and is closely related to kangaroos and wallabies. The kangaroo hare has long hind legs, a powerful tail, and distinctive long ears.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A small marsupial mammal, scientific name Lagorchestes conspicillatus, native to Australia and resembling a miniature kangaroo. It is known for its long, slender limbs and agile hopping movement.

Example Sentence: The kangaroo hare is a shy creature that inhabits the arid regions of Central Australia.

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Noun:

2. (Local) A colloquial term used in certain regions to refer to a rabbit or hare species that exhibits similar hopping behavior to kangaroos.

Example Sentence: While visiting the countryside, I saw a kangaroo hare hopping through the meadow.

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Adjective:

3. (Local) Used to describe a person or thing that exhibits characteristics similar to a kangaroo hare, such as being agile or having long limbs.

Example Sentence: The gymnast's kangaroo hare-like movements amazed the audience.

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