Indian Mongoose (Noun)
Meaning
Keen-sighted viverrine of southern Asia about the size of a ferret; often domesticated.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Indian mongoose is known for its agility and fearlessness in confronting venomous snakes.
- In many parts of southern Asia, the Indian mongoose is often domesticated as a pet.
- Due to its keen eyesight, the Indian mongoose is an effective hunter of small reptiles and rodents.
- The Indian mongoose is a carnivorous mammal that belongs to the family Herpestidae.
- Indian mongooses are commonly found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and even urban areas.