moonrat Meaning & Definition
/ˈmuːnɹæt/
What Does Moonrat Mean?
Moonrat is used as a noun meaning A gymnure, especially the greater gymnure, Echinosorex gymnura.
Moonrat at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈmuːnɹæt/ |
| Plural | moonrats |
Moonrat Definition (Noun)
- A gymnure, especially the greater gymnure, Echinosorex gymnura.
Synonyms of Moonrat
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Moonrat synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
moonrat (plural moonrats)
Origin of Moonrat
From moon + rat, a calque of Malay tikus balan (tikus (“rat”) + bulan (“moon”)).