Nutria
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A large semi-aquatic rodent native to South America, resembling a small beaver and bred commercially for its dense fur.
“The nutria had colonised the riverbank in large numbers, causing erosion problems.”
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nu·tri·a
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All relatively low-value tiles, the A at the end allows hooking NUTRIAS for a quick extension.
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