ˈwater-vole
[See vole n.2]
The common water-rat, Arvicola amphibius.
| 1828 J. Fleming Brit. Anim. 23 Water Vole. 1837 T. Bell Brit. Quadrupeds 322 The Water Vole, or, as it is more frequently called, the Water Rat, is found in most parts of Europe. 1869 Blackmore Lorna D. vii, There never was any sound at all, except of a rocky echo..or the sudden dive of a water-vole. |