noun
- a small mammal with large front teeth for gnawing, such as a mouse, rat, or squirrel
Examples
- The mouse is a common rodent found in many homes.
- Squirrels are rodents that gather nuts for winter.
- The scientist studied rodent behavior in the laboratory.
- Rats are rodents that can spread disease.
- Beavers are large rodents that build dams.
- The pet store sells food for various rodents.
- Hamsters are popular rodents kept as pets.