pack rat

noun — 2 senses

pack rat

noun

Etymology From pack + rat.

1

Any of several small North American rodents, of the genus Neotoma, that have bushy tails.

2

Derogatory, Informal One who collects or hoards, especially unnecessary objects.

Derived terms
packrat, packrattery

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