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cheek pouch
cheek pouch
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Số nhiều: cheek pouches
This term is a specialized biological descriptor used primarily in zoology and natural history. It describes a specific anatomical adaptation found in certain rodents, distinguishing them from animals that store food in their stomachs or external caches immediately.
Because it refers to a physical organ, the term is concrete and descriptive. It is typically used in scientific contexts or educational materials explaining animal behavior, such as foraging and hoarding patterns.
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