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otter

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ˈlõtɾɐ/lon·tra

Definition

1

A semi-aquatic carnivorous mammal of the family Mustelidae, with an elongated body, short legs with webbed feet, and dense fur, living near rivers and lakes.

Usage examples

The otter is an excellent swimmer and hunts fish.
River pollution threatens the otter's habitat.

Common combinations

European otterriver ottersea otterotter habitat