1. a small striped rodent of the squirrel family, native to North America and Asia, with cheek pouches for carrying food

Examples

• The chipmunk scurried across the forest floor gathering acorns.
• I saw a chipmunk with its cheeks stuffed full of seeds.
• Chipmunks are known for their distinctive stripes running down their backs.
• The chipmunk disappeared into its burrow when it heard the dog barking.
• In autumn, chipmunks collect and store food for the winter months.
• A curious chipmunk peeked out from behind the tree.
• The children watched the chipmunk dart between the rocks in the garden.