carpincho


carpincho

(kärpĭn`chō): see capybaracapybara
, mammal of Central and much of South America. It is the largest living member of the order Rodentia (the rodents) reaching a length of 4 ft (120 cm) and a weight of 75 to 100 lb (34–45 kg).
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carpincho

[kär′pin·chō] (materials) Processed capybara skin, noted for its elastic properties.