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muskrat Synonyms
Another word for muskrat
Choosing another word for muskrat depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A large, semi-aquatic rodent (Ondatra zibethicus) native to North America and introduced to Eurasia, known for its dense, valuable brown fur, a long, laterally compressed tail, and a musky odor.
Usage Example
"While canoeing through the marsh at dusk, we watched a musquash swimming toward its dome-shaped lodge of cattails."
Strongest
musquash
ondatra
• noun (Context 2)
The dense, water-repellent fur or pelt of a muskrat, traditionally used in making coats and hats.
Usage Example
"The vintage winter coat was lined with soft fur to provide extra insulation against the freezing wind."
Weak
fur
pelt
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Muskrat. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/muskrat