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Definition of Mesocricetus
1. Noun. Golden hamsters.
Exact synonyms: Genus Mesocricetus
Generic synonyms: Mammal Genus
Group relationships: Cricetidae, Family Cricetidae
Member holonyms: Golden Hamster, Mesocricetus Auratus, Syrian Hamster
Generic synonyms: Mammal Genus
Group relationships: Cricetidae, Family Cricetidae
Member holonyms: Golden Hamster, Mesocricetus Auratus, Syrian Hamster
Medical Definition of Mesocricetus
1. A genus of the family muridae having three species. The present domesticated strains were developed from individuals brought from syria. They are widely used in biomedical research. (12 Dec 1998)