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wombat Definition

wom·bat (wämbat′)

noun

any of a family (Vombatidae) of burrowing marsupials resembling small bears, found in Australia, Tasmania, and several Pacific islands

Etymology: altered < Austral native name

wombat Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • see: When they first see the house, Mandy sees a wombat and two babies hiding in a washing basket.
  • throw: Itâs missing all the fun and games - the Britannia officersâ favorite game was throwing the wombat.

Modifies a noun

  • story: Outdoor people will enjoy and be intrigued by the wombat story.