alactaga
|a-lac-ta-ga|
C2
/əˈlæktəɡə/
small jumping rodent
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alactaga' originates from the Russian word 'алактега', which was derived from the Kazakh word 'алақтаға', meaning 'a small jumping rodent'.
Historical Evolution
'алактега' transformed into the English word 'alactaga' through transliteration.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a small jumping rodent', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small, nocturnal rodent found in desert regions, known for its long hind legs and ability to leap great distances.
The alactaga is well adapted to the arid environment of the desert.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/11 15:06