agouties
|a-gou-ties|
B2
/əˈɡuːtiːz/
(agouti)
small rodent
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agouti' originates from the Tupi language, specifically the word 'akuti,' where 'a-' meant 'small' and 'kuti' meant 'rodent.'
Historical Evolution
'akuti' transformed into the Spanish word 'agutí,' and eventually became the modern English word 'agouti' through Portuguese influence.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'small rodent,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a specific type of rodent native to Central and South America.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a rodent of the genus Dasyprocta, native to Central and South America, known for its long legs and short ears.
Agouties are often found in tropical forests.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/02 20:36