alamiqui
|a-la-mi-qui|
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/ˌæl.əˈmiː.ki/
Cuban insectivore
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alamiqui' originates from the Taino language, specifically the word 'almiqui', where 'almiqui' referred to this specific mammal.
Historical Evolution
'almiqui' was adopted into Spanish as 'almiquí', and eventually became the modern English word 'alamiqui'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to the mammal, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small insectivorous mammal native to Cuba, known for its elongated snout and nocturnal habits.
The alamiqui is rarely seen during the day due to its nocturnal nature.
Synonyms
Cuban solenodon
Last updated: 2025/06/11 22:36