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Definition of Solenodon

1. n. Either one of two species of singular West Indian insectivores, allied to the tenrec. One species (Solendon paradoxus), native of St. Domingo, is called also agouta; the other (S. Cubanus), found in Cuba, is called almique.

Definition of Solenodon

1. Noun. any of some species of small nocturnal, burrowing, insectivorous mammals from the Solenodontidae family, with a long snout and venomous saliva. ¹

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Definition of Solenodon

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Medical Definition of Solenodon

1. Either one of two species of singular West Indian insectivores, allied to the tenrec. One species (Solendon paradoxus), native of St. Domingo, is called also agouta; the other (S. Cubanus), found in Cuba, is called almique. Origin: Gr. A channel +, a tooth. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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