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fer·ret
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black-footed ferret
a musteline mammal, Mustela nigripes, of W North America, closely related to the weasels -
discover
to see, get knowledge of, learn of, find, or find out; gain sight or knowledge of (something previously unseen or unknown): to discover America; to discover electricity. Synonyms: detect, espy, descry, discern, ascertain, unearth, ferret out, notice. -
ferret badger
any of several small omnivores of the genus Melogale, of southern and eastern Asia, having a bushy tail and distinctive white or yellow markings on a black face. -
fossick
Mining. to undermine another's digging; search for waste gold in relinquished workings, washing places, etc. -
polecat
a European mammal, Mustela putorius, of the weasel family, having a blackish fur and ejecting a fetid fluid when attacked or disturbed. Compare ferret1 (def 1). -
viverrine
of or relating to the Viverridae, a family of small carnivorous mammals including the civets, genets, palm cats, etc.