1. Plural of cavy; small rodents of the family Caviidae, especially guinea pigs.
Usage: Most commonly refers to guinea pigs kept as pets or in laboratories.

Examples

• The pet store had several cavies available for adoption.
• She keeps three cavies in a large cage in her bedroom.
• Cavies are popular classroom pets because they are gentle and easy to handle.
• The research facility uses cavies in medical studies.
• My daughter feeds her cavies fresh vegetables every day.