Lagomorph (Noun)
Meaning
Relative large gnawing animals; distinguished from rodents by having two pairs of upper incisors specialized for gnawing.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Lagomorphs, such as rabbits and hares, are often mistaken for large rodents due to their gnawing habits.
- The lagomorph's unique double incisor structure allows them to gnaw through tough plant material with ease.
- Biologists have long studied the differences between lagomorphs and rodents, despite their superficial similarities.
- In a surprising discovery, paleontologists unearthed fossils of ancient lagomorphs that dated back millions of years.
- Researchers focused on the diet and habitat of lagomorphs in order to better understand their ecological role.