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squirrel
Noun

Also written as 栗鼠

Definitions

  1. 1. squirrel (any mammal of family Sciuridae)
  2. 2. Japanese squirrel (Sciurus lis)
This is the word for a small, bushy-tailed rodent commonly seen in forests and parks, known for collecting and storing nuts. It is a common vocabulary word for animals and appears frequently in children's books and nature-related contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My dog looked like it was about to chase a squirrel, so I rushed to stop it.

Sentence 2

If the squirrel is injured, let's contact a wildlife rescue organization.

Sentence 3

A squirrel was nibbling on an acorn in the park this morning.

Sentence 4

She genuinely believes that seeing a squirrel brings good luck.

Sentence 5

By the way, how many squirrels are in the forest reserve?