ratel

Meanings

• noun

  A type of small, nocturnal mammal with a rat-like body and a distinctive, cone-shaped tail, found in Africa.

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Variants

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ratel , ratels

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Etymology

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The Afrikaans word 'ratel' comes from the Dutch word 'ratelbank', meaning 'rattle' or 'drum', likely due to the sound the animal makes when it rolls its unique, conical tail on the ground.

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Trivia

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1. The ratel is the only mammal in the world that is able to eat honeycombs with its strong jaws.

2. The ratel is also known as the 'cape badger' or the 'ratel hog'.

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Related Concepts

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1. honey badger: A mammal with a similar appearance and behavior to the ratel, native to Africa and Asia.

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Culture

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In African folklore, the ratel is believed to be a guardian of grain stores and a protector against evil spirits. It is also known as the 'honey badger' due to its aggressive behavior and its ability to eat honeycombs with its strong jaws.

How to Memorize "ratel"

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'ratel' by associating it with the letter 'R', and the image of a rodent with a 'rat-tle' or 'rattle' tail.

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