opossum
noun
UK/əˈpɒs.əm/
US/əˈpɑː.səm/
Definitions of opossum noun
- Countable(可数名词)informal(非正式)
A small marsupial native to the Americas, known for living in trees and having thick fur, a long nose, and a hairless tail.
负鼠
The opossum was found in the tree in the backyard.
在后院的树上发现了一只负鼠。
Opossums are nocturnal, often foraging for food at night.
负鼠是夜行性动物，经常在夜间觅食。
When threatened, an opossum may play dead.
受到威胁时，负鼠可能会装死。