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Cricetus frumentarius

Hamster \Ham"ster\ (-st[~e]r), n. [G. hamster.] (Zo["o]l.) A small European rodent ( Cricetus frumentarius). It is remarkable for having a pouch on each side of the jaw, under the skin, and for its migrations. Hamsters are commonly kept as a pets.