tamias

[tey-mee-uhs]

tamias Definition

a genus of small North American ground squirrels.

Using tamias: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tamias" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Tamias striatus is commonly known as the eastern chipmunk.

  • Example

    Tamias minimus is the least chipmunk.

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Summary: tamias in Brief

'Tamias' [tey-mee-uhs] refers to a genus of small North American ground squirrels. Examples include Tamias striatus, commonly known as the eastern chipmunk, and Tamias minimus, the least chipmunk.