raccoon

Meanings

• noun

  A large, omnivorous mammal with a distinctive black 'mask' around its eyes and ringed tail. They are native to North and Central America.

  - "Raccoons are known for their dexterity and ability to use their hands to manipulate objects."
  - "The raccoon's mask helps it blend in with the shadows when foraging at night."

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Pronunciation

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2. /ɹæˈkun/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

coon , northern raccoon , trash panda

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with raccoon
moon , june , spoon

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Variants

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raccoon , raccoons , racoon , racoons , raccoon dog , raccoon dogs , tanuki

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Etymology

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The name 'raccoon' comes from the Powhatan or Algonquian word 'arasunke', meaning 'he who scratches with his hands'.

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Trivia

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1. Raccoons are excellent swimmers and can hold food in their paws while swimming.

2. Raccoons are the largest members of the Procyonidae family.

3. Raccoons have a keen sense of smell and are attracted to sweet foods.

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Related Concepts

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1. Procyonidae: Raccoons belong to the Procyonidae family, which also includes ring-tailed lemurs, coatis, and kinkajous.

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Culture

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Raccoons have been featured in various aspects of culture, including literature (e.g., Br'er Rabbit tales), art, and music (e.g., 'Baby Raccoon' by John Prine). They have also been used as mascots for sports teams and universities.

How to Memorize "raccoon"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a raccoon's distinctive black 'mask' around its eyes and ringed tail. Imagine its dexterous paws and agile movements.

2. associate
   

   - Associate raccoons with their mask and ringed tail. Think of their nocturnal foraging habits and their omnivorous diet.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'RACCOON' to remember the characteristics of a raccoon: R - Ring-tailed, A - Agile, C - Curious, C - Canine teeth, O - Omnivorous, O - Nocturnal

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