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lagomorph

noun/ˈlæɡəˌmɔrf/

definition

a member of the order of mammals that includes rabbits hares and pikas

example

In the grasslands, various species of lagomorph thrive, adapting uniquely to their environments.

synonyms
rabbitharepika
word origin — from Greek 'lagōs' meaning 'hare' and 'morphē' meaning 'form' or 'shape'

lagomorph, paroxysm, lapillus, uroboros, egomania: meanings and examples

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  1. lagomorph · noun/ˈlæɡəˌmɔrf/

    a member of the order of mammals that includes rabbits hares and pikas

    In the grasslands, various species of lagomorph thrive, adapting uniquely to their environments.

    Synonyms: rabbit, hare, pika

    Origin: from Greek 'lagōs' meaning 'hare' and 'morphē' meaning 'form' or 'shape'

  2. paroxysm · noun/ˈpær.ək.sɪz.əm/

    a sudden attack or violent expression of a particular emotion or activity

    In a paroxysm of rage, he slammed the door and stormed out of the room.

    Synonyms: outburst, fit, seizure

    Origin: From Greek 'paroxusmos', meaning 'a sharpening, irritation'.

  3. lapillus · noun/ˈlæp.ɪ.ləs/

    a small pebble or fragment of volcanic rock

    The scientist collected several lapilli from the volcanic deposit to study their composition and origin.

    Synonyms: pebble, stone, fragment

    Origin: From Latin 'lapillus', diminutive of 'lapis' meaning 'stone'

  4. uroboros · noun/ˌjʊəroʊˈbɔr.əs/

    a symbol depicting a serpent or dragon eating its own tail, representing the cycle of life, death, and rebirth

    In ancient mythology, the uroboros symbolizes the eternal cycle of life and death through its portrayal of a serpent devouring its own tail.

    Synonyms: ouroboros, serpent, dragon

    Origin: The word 'uroboros' originates from the Greek 'oura' meaning 'tail' and 'boros' meaning 'eating', referring to the image of a serpent or dragon consuming its own tail.

  5. egomania · noun/ˌiɡoˈmeɪniə/

    an excessive preoccupation with oneself and one's own interests or needs

    His egomania often led him to dismiss the opinions of others, believing only his ideas were worthy of consideration.

    Synonyms: self-obsession, self-centeredness, self-importance

    Origin: Derived from 'ego' (Latin for 'I') + 'mania' (Greek for 'madness' or 'frenzy')