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polecat

/ˈpoʊlɪkæt/ noun · British & US
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What does polecat mean?

noun

A carnivorous mammal of the weasel family, Mustela putorius, native to Europe and Asia, having a long body, short legs, and a bushy tail. Also, a term used to describe a person who is considered to be untrustworthy or deceitful.

Example

"The farmer tried to catch the polecat that had been raiding his chicken coop."

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