striped squirrel
noun
any squirrel with stripes on its back, as a chipmunk.
Origin of striped squirrel
1First recorded in 1785–95
Words Nearby striped squirrel
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How to use striped squirrel in a sentence
In appearance, this species resembles the common striped squirrel, but it has a more elongated body, and shorter legs.
Summary Narrative of an Exploratory Expedition to the Sources of the Mississippi River, in 1820 | Henry Rowe SchoolcraftA rustling was heard in the hemlock branches, and a striped squirrel peeped down at her.
The Pig Brother and Other Fables and Stories | Laura E. RichardsOnce a little striped squirrel glided past him, and mounted a high tree.
Wreaths of Friendship | T. S. Arthur and F. C. WoodworthThe first flicker and red-wing seen; also a striped squirrel; also some kind of fly.
This last retreat, however, was not often sought, as the striped squirrel is not fond of trees.
Frank and Fanny | Mrs. Clara Moreton
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