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Insectivora

Syllabification: (In·sec·tiv·o·ra)
Pronunciation: /ˌinsekˈtivərə/
Zoology
Definition of Insectivora
  • an order of mammals that comprises the shrews, moles, hedgehogs, tenrecs, moonrats, and solenodons. They are distinguished by mainly terrestrial habits and an insectivorous diet.

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Definition of Insectivora in the British & World English dictionary