Chinchilla

/tʃɪnˈtʃɪlə/ noun

Definition

A small, very soft and fluffy gray animal that takes dust baths.

Etymology

This word comes from a group of people in South America where these animals live.

Kelly Says

Chinchillas have the softest, fluffiest fur ever - even softer than your favorite stuffed animal! Instead of water baths, they roll in dust to stay clean.

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