sand rat

noun

1. gerbil.
2. naked mole rat.
3. any of various desert rodents.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sand rat¹

First recorded in 1775–85

Example Sentences

The flat hills of the goffer are likewise seen; this is a kind of large sand rat, living underground, of which I did not obtain a specimen.

From Project Gutenberg

I soon struck a town of sand rats, and I made snares of my hair, and trapped some on 'em, but they grow shy, too, cuss 'em, and I had to give up that claim.

From Project Gutenberg