wood rat

• Rata o roedor de tamaño pequeño a mediano del género Neotoma, nativo de América del Norte, conocido por recolectar y almacenar diversos objetos en su nido. También se le llama «rata empacadora» o «rata recolectora».

A small to medium-sized rodent of the genus Neotoma, native to North America, known for collecting and hoarding various objects in its nest. Also called a pack rat.

1. A type of rodentB2formalamerican

   A medium-sized rodent of the genus Neotoma, known for building large nests and collecting shiny objects.

   Rata de bosque

   • The wood rat built its nest in the hollow of a tree.
   • Wood rats are known for their habit of collecting trinkets.
   • We spotted a wood rat scurrying through the underbrush.

2. A hoarder or collectorC1informalamerican

   A person who collects or hoards items, often of little value, in a manner similar to the animal.

   Acumulador o coleccionista compulsivo

   • My uncle is a real wood rat; his garage is full of old newspapers and junk.
   • She's a bit of a wood rat, keeping every ticket stub and receipt.
   • Don't be such a wood rat; throw away that broken lamp.