FERRET

Ferret

The ferret is the domesticated form of the European Polecat, a mammal belonging to the weasel genus of the family Mustelidae. They typically have brown, black, white, or mixed fur. They have an average length of 20 inches including a 5 inch tail, weigh about, and have a natural lifespan of 7 to 10 years. Ferrets are sexually dimorphic predators with males being substantially larger than females.

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ferret

Noun

  1. An often domesticated mammal rather like a weasel, descended from the polecat and often trained to hunt burrowing animals.
  2. The , .
  3. A diligent searcher.

Noun (etymology 2)

  1. A tape of silk, cotton, or ribbon, used to tie documents, clothing, etc. or along the edge of fabric.

Verb

  1. To hunt game with ferrets.
  2. To uncover and bring to light by searching; usually to ferret out.


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