Louisiana muskrat

noun

: an American muskrat that is restricted to the coastal marshes of Louisiana, is usually considered to constitute a distinct subspecies, and is distinguished from the typical form by somewhat smaller size, skin with heavier leather, and hair duller and without reddish cast

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

  • More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
  • Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
  • Advanced search features
  • Ad free!

Dictionary Entries Near Louisiana muskrat

Cite this Entry

“Louisiana muskrat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Louisiana%20muskrat. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!