rodent
Pronunciation: /ˈɹəʊdənt/
The English word “rodent” has 3 meanings listed here.
noun
- A mammal of the order Rodentia, characterized by long incisors that grow continuously and are worn down by gnawing.
- A person lacking in maturity, social skills, technical competence or intelligence; lamer.
adjective
Etymology
From Latin rōdēns, rōdent- (“gnawer; one who gnaws”), present participle of rōdō (“to gnaw”).
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