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ferret
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(Noun) A ferret is a domestic mammal of the type Mustela putorius furo. It is believed they have been domesticated for 2,500 years. They are closely related to polecats. Carnivorous mammals belonging to the family Mustelidae (weasels).When ferrets are excited they jump around and make a sound known as "dook."
A ferret pup is called a kit.
Nicknames: fuzzbutt, fuzzies, carpet shark
Usage: The happy ferret was dooking all around the living room.
(Noun) A small member of the weasel family closely related to the mongoose and usually mistaken for a rodent. Distinctive characteristics include a mask like coloring on the face, a long, sleek body, and nimble movements.
Usage: I think ferrets are the most fun pet to have.
(Noun) It's a type of animal belonging to the family Mustelidae
1. The penis, as a wriggly little animal. Ferret / fanny ferret / trouser ferret are of Australian origin, but their use has spread to the UK. See penis for synonyms.
2. Obsolete, 19 th century verb meaning to copulate, based on the furry animal and on hunting. See copulation for synonyms.
(Noun) a furry four legged animal that is very cute and has a particular odor witch could be offensive. related to the skunk. Mustela putorious furo (scientific name) nicknames carpet shark, fuzzy ferret
Usage: darn ferret stole my sock!!
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