pocket mouse

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- /ˈpɒk ɪt ˈmau̇s/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- /ˈpɒk ɪt ˈmau̇s/

Definitions of pocket mouse words

noun pocket mouse any of numerous burrowing rodents, especially of the genus Perognathus, chiefly inhabiting arid regions of the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico, having fur-lined cheek pouches and a long tail. 1
noun pocket mouse any small mouselike rodent with cheek pouches, of the genus Perognathus, of desert regions of W North America: family Heteromyidae 0
noun pocket mouse any of various small, nocturnal, long-tailed mice (family Heteromyidae) with fur-lined cheek pouches for carrying food to their burrows: found in W and SW North America 0

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Origin of pocket mouse

First appearance:

before 1880

One of the 23% newest English words

An Americanism dating back to 1880-85

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Parts of speech for Pocket mouse

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pocket mouse popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 27% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

According to our data about 72% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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