talpidae

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Noun talpidae has 1 sense

Talpidae, family Talpidae - moles
--₁ is a kind of mammal family
--₁ is a member of Insectivora, order Insectivora
--₁ has members:
mole; Condylura, genus Condylura; Parascalops, genus Parascalops; Uropsilus, genus Uropsilus; Neurotrichus, genus Neurotrichus

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Talpidae

Description:

Talpidae is a family of mammals commonly known as moles. They belong to the order Eulipotyphla and are characterized by their small, cylindrical bodies, velvety fur, and powerful front limbs adapted for digging.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A family of small, burrowing mammals comprising moles.

2. A member of the family Talpidae.

Sample Sentences:

1. Talpidae are known for their efficient tunneling abilities.

2. The talpidae family includes various species of moles such as the European mole and the star-nosed mole.

3. The garden was infested with talpidae, making it difficult to maintain a presentable lawn.

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