NOUN
- omnivorous opossum of the eastern United States; noted for feigning death when in danger; esteemed as food in some areas; considered same species as the crab-eating opossum of South America
How To Use common opossum In A Sentence
- The common opossum is the size of a house cat, with a long, pointed nose, round ears, short legs, and is predominantly grey in color. Did You Know? "Tlacuaches" (opossums )