water rat
Definition
- Noun:
- Any of various amphibious rats: A type of rodent that lives in or near water, such as a muskrat or a water vole.
- Common large Eurasian vole: Specifically refers to the European water vole (Arvicola amphibius), a large, semi-aquatic rodent.
- A person who enjoys being in or on the water: An informal term for someone who loves water activities, such as swimming, boating, or sailing.
Usage Examples
- Noun (Animal):
- We spotted a water rat swimming across the pond.
- The banks of the stream were riddled with water rat burrows.
- Noun (Person):
- My brother is a real water rat; he spends every weekend on his sailboat.
- As a lifelong water rat, she was thrilled to move to a house by the lake.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used affectionately or humorously to describe someone with a strong affinity for aquatic environments.
- Ever since he was a toddler, he's been a little water rat, never afraid to jump in.
Variants and Related Words
- Water vole: A more specific, formal term for the Eurasian rodent.
- Muskrat: A different, similar semi-aquatic rodent native to North America.
- Aquatic enthusiast: A more formal term for a person who loves water activities.
Synonyms
- For the animal: Muskrat, vole, aquatic rodent.
- For the person: Water lover, aquatic enthusiast, sailor (context-dependent), swimmer.
Related Idioms
- While not a standalone idiom, "water rat" itself functions as an informal, figurative expression when describing a person.
- Don't bother looking for him indoors in the summer; he's a total water rat.
Noun
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any of various amphibious rats
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common large Eurasian vole
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a person who enjoys being in or on the water
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