Dipus
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A small jumping desert animal like a mouse with three toes on each hind foot
- noun
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Dipus
- The genus Dipus is known for its distinctive three-toed hind feet among rodents.
Examples
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Unlike other jerboas, Dipus species typically live in burrows in sandy deserts.
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Scientists discovered a new species within the Dipus genus in Central Asia.
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The Dipus species are fascinating creatures.
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I saw a Dipus at the zoo yesterday.
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Scientists discovered a new species within the Dipus genus in Central Asia.
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The genus Dipus is known for its distinctive three-toed hind feet among rodents.
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Unlike other jerboas, Dipus species typically live in burrows in sandy deserts.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Dipus comes from old Greek parts di- ('two') and -pus ('foot'). A helpful way to remember the name is to think of the jerboa's long, strong hind legs that make it look like it moves on two feet, so the name points to this small, hopping desert rodent.