wombat
1 synonym for wombat, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A stocky, burrowing, plant-eating marsupial native to Australia.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Borrowed from Dharug (an Australian Aboriginal language) wumbat.
Full origin of wombat →Frequently asked questions
What does “wombat” mean?
The word “wombat” means a stocky, burrowing, plant-eating marsupial native to Australia. In plain terms, a short-legged, burrowing Australian marsupial known for its cube-shaped droppings.
How do you pronounce “wombat”?
“Wombat” is pronounced WOM-bat (/ˈwɑmˌbæt/ in IPA).
How do you use “wombat” in a sentence?
Here is “wombat” used in a sentence: “The wombat dug a deep burrow beneath the eucalyptus tree.”
What is another word for “wombat”?
Words with a similar meaning to “wombat” include vombatid.
What part of speech is “wombat”?
“Wombat” is a noun.
