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squirrels
[/ˈskwɪrəlz/]
noun
pl: squirrels
esquilos
1.
Small rodents with bushy tails, sharp claws, and the ability to climb trees, found in many parts of the world
The squirrels in the park were gathering acorns for winter.
Os esquilos no parque estavam recolhendo bolotas para o inverno.
2.
The plural form of squirrel
We watched three squirrels playing in the oak tree.
Observamos três esquilos brincando na árvore de carvalho.
Synonyms
rodents
tree squirrels
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
esquilos
Most common term used in Brazil
Portugal
esquilos
Standard term in European Portuguese
Portugal
ardilhas
Alternative regional term, less common but used in some areas
Related Idioms & Phrases
squirrels away (to save or store something for future use)
bushy-tailed like a squirrel (describing quick, agile movements)
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