river otter

/ˌraɪvər ˌɑdər/
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Definitions of river otter
  1. noun
    sociable aquatic animal widely distributed along streams and lake borders in North America
    synonyms: Lutra canadensis
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    type of:
    otter
    freshwater carnivorous mammal having webbed and clawed feet and dark brown fur
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