Hyrax (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several small ungulate mammals of Africa and Asia with rodent-like incisors and feet with hooflike toes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The rock hyrax is a small mammal native to Africa and is often confused with a rodent due to its physical appearance.
- A group of hyraxes were spotted in the national park, grazing on the lush green grass.
- Hyrax species in Asia mainly inhabit mountainous regions where their specialized feet help with traction.
- The hyrax has unique teeth which grow continuously and wear down due to its constant grinding of plant material.
- Scientists conducted a study on the behavior of hyraxes in their natural habitats to better understand their social structures.