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black rat Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A medium-sized, long-tailed rodent (Rattus rattus) originally native to the Indian subcontinent but now found globally; it is an agile climber often associated with ships and historically known as a primary carrier of the fleas that transmit bubonic plague.
Usage Example
"Due to its exceptional climbing abilities, the rat frequently builds its nests in the rafters and upper levels of buildings."
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rat
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rodent
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