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erethizon

/ˌɛr.əˈθaɪ.zɒn/

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noun

/ˌɛr.əˈθaɪ.zɒn/C2formal
  • ruРод дикобразов Нового Света семейства Erethizontidae, характеризующийся колючим покровом и древесным образом жизни.

A genus of New World porcupines belonging to the family Erethizontidae, characterized by their spiny coats and arboreal habits.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. A genus of porcupinesC2formalscientific

    A genus of New World porcupines in the family Erethizontidae, characterized by their stout bodies, short legs, and sharp quills used for defense.

    ruРод дикобразов

    • The Erethizon genus includes the North American porcupine.
    • Erethizon species are known for their excellent climbing abilities.
    • Researchers studied the quill structure of Erethizon for biomimetic applications.