What is another word for muridae?

Pronunciation: [mjˈʊɹɪdˌiː] (IPA)

Muridae is a scientific term that describes a group of rodents that are commonly found all over the world, and include rats, mice, and voles. These creatures are known for their sharp teeth, long tails, and quick movements. Synonyms for Muridae include rodentia, Myomorpha, and cricetidae. These words all describe closely related groups of animals that share many characteristics with Muridae, such as their small size and omnivorous diets. Whether you are studying the natural world or simply interested in these fascinating creatures, understanding the many ways in which we describe them can help you better understand the complexities of animal life.

Synonyms for Muridae:

What are the hypernyms for Muridae?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Rodentia (rodents), mammalia (mammals).

What are the hyponyms for Muridae?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

What are the holonyms for Muridae?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.

What are the meronyms for Muridae?

Meronyms are words that refer to a part of something, where the whole is denoted by another word.

Usage examples for Muridae

In Rodents, however, there is a difference in the organs, not only at maturity, but in every rutting season, at any rate in muridae such as rats and others.
"Hormones and Heredity"
J. T. Cunningham
The Arvicolidae of Jerdon's work is merely a sub-family of muridae.
"Natural History of the Mammalia of India and Ceylon"
Robert A. Sterndale
Of these the muridae take the first place, as containing the greater number of genera.
"Natural History of the Mammalia of India and Ceylon"
Robert A. Sterndale

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