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Definition of solenodon

solenodon

/səˈlɛn.əˌdɑːn/
so · len · o · don
Plural:solenodons
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solenodon Lexical Profile

solenodon Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A rare, venomous, nocturnal mammal of the family Solenodontidae, native to the Caribbean islands of Cuba and Hispaniola, characterized by a long, flexible snout and the ability to inject venom through specialized grooved teeth.

Example

"The conservation team set up remote cameras in the Dominican Republic to monitor the elusive Hispaniolan solenodon."

• Nearby Words

soldering iron
soldierfish
sole
solenodon
solenoid
solicitrix
solidago

Word Origin & Etymology

From Modern Latin Solenodon, derived from Ancient Greek 'sōlēn' (pipe, channel) and 'odous' (tooth), referring to the characteristic grooves in their lower incisors used to deliver venom.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Solenodon. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/solenodon
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