Polecat (Noun)
Meaning 1
American musteline mammal typically ejecting an intensely malodorous fluid when startled; in some classifications put in a separate subfamily Mephitinae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The skunk-like polecat is infamous for its ability to release a foul-smelling spray as a defense mechanism.
- In rural areas, polecats are often considered pests due to their tendency to dig up gardens and crops.
- The distinctive black and white stripes of the polecat serve as a warning to potential predators of its potent defense capabilities.
- Despite its reputation, the polecat is a generally shy and solitary animal that avoids confrontations with humans.
- Wildlife experts have noted that polecats are important members of their ecosystems, helping to control populations of insects and small rodents.
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Meaning 2
Dark brown mustelid of woodlands of Eurasia that gives off an unpleasant odor when threatened.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.