| n. | 1. | (Zool.) A common large North American marmot (Arctomys monax). It is usually reddish brown, more or less grizzled with gray. It makes extensive burrows, and is often injurious to growing crops. Called also |
| 2. | (Zool.) The yaffle, or green woodpecker. |
| Noun | 1. | woodchuck - reddish brown North American marmot Synonyms: groundhog, Marmota monax |