marmot

nounfeminine/mɐɾ.ˈmo.tɐ/low

mar·mo·ta

Definition

A large burrowing rodent of the squirrel family, found in mountainous areas and known for hibernating.

Marmots live in colonies in the Alps.

During winter, the marmot hibernates in its burrow.

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Common collocations

groundhog day

Do francês 'marmotte', por sua vez do latim vulgar 'murem montis' (rato da montanha).