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Definitions for nutria
ˈnu tri ə, ˈnyu-nu·tri·a
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Princeton's WordNet
coypu, nutria, Myocastor coypusnoun
aquatic South American rodent resembling a small beaver; bred for its fur
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nutrianoun
Another name for the coypu.
Etymology: Variant of lutria, from lutra.
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Nutria
The nutria (Myocastor coypus), also known as the coypu, is a large, herbivorous, semiaquatic rodent. Classified for a long time as the only member of the family Myocastoridae, Myocastor is now included within Echimyidae, the family of the spiny rats. The nutria lives in burrows alongside stretches of water, and feeds on river plant stems. Originally native to subtropical and temperate South America, it has since been introduced to North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa, primarily by fur farmers. Although it is still hunted and trapped for its fur in some regions, its destructive burrowing and feeding habits often bring it into conflict with humans, and it is considered an invasive species. Nutria also transmit various diseases to humans and animals mainly through water contamination.
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nutria
A nutria is a large, semi-aquatic rodent that is native to South America. They are also known as coypu and resemble a small beaver or a large rat with webbed hind feet, sharp teeth, and a long, round tail. Nutrias are often considered pests due to their destructive feeding and burrowing habits.
Webster Dictionary
Nutrianoun
the fur of the coypu. See Coypu
Etymology: [Sp. nutria an otter, fr. L. lutra, lytra.]
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Nutria
nū′tri-a, n. the fur of the coypou, a South American beaver. [Sp.,—L. lutra, an otter.]
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The numerical value of nutria in Chaldean Numerology is: 1
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of nutria in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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