jird

[ jeerd ]

noun

1. any of several species of small, burrowing rodents of the genus Meriones, subfamily Gerbillinae, inhabiting dry regions of Asia and northern Africa.
2. gerbil ( def 2 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of jird¹

Said to be < Berber

Example Sentences

I like the jeboa, a bit jird and a bit miniature kangaroo.

From The Guardian