agouta
|a-gou-ta|
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/əˈɡuːtə/
small insectivorous mammal
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agouta' originates from the Taino language, specifically the word 'agouti', where 'a-' meant 'small' and 'gouti' referred to a type of rodent.
Historical Evolution
'agouti' transformed into the French word 'agouta', and eventually became the modern English word 'agouta'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a type of rodent, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a specific insectivorous mammal.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small insectivorous mammal native to the Caribbean, particularly found in Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
The agouta is known for its long snout and nocturnal habits.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/02 19:51