Foulmart (Noun)
Meaning
Dark brown mustelid of woodlands of Eurasia that gives off an unpleasant odor when threatened.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The foulmart is a carnivorous mammal that is native to Eurasia and is known for its distinctive musky odor.
- Foulmart populations have been declining in recent years due to habitat loss and fragmentation.
- When threatened, the foulmart releases a strong-smelling secretion from its anal glands to deter predators.
- The foulmart is a solitary animal and has a large home range, which it marks with its scent to keep other foulmarts away.
- Despite its unpleasant odor, the foulmart is an important part of its ecosystem, playing a vital role in controlling populations of small mammals and birds.