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Word: Ratel
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
late 18th century: from Afrikaans, of unknown ultimate origin
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈreɪtl
Dialects: British English
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈrɑːtl
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a badger-like mammal with a white or grey back and black underparts, native to Africa and Asia. In Africa it is attracted by the honeyguide bird to bee nests, which it breaks open to gain access to the grubs and honey.
Short Definition:badger-like mammal with white or grey back and black underparts
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