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desman

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛzmən/

Definition of desman

noun

  • a small semiaquatic European mammal related to the mole, with a long tubular muzzle and webbed toes.
    • Family Talpidae: the Russian desman (Desmana moschata) and the Pyrenean desman (Galemys pyrenaicus)

Origin:

late 18th century: via French and German from Swedish desman-råtta 'muskrat', from desman 'musk'

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