Pronunciation

/ˈpoʊlkæt/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

A polecat is a carnivorous mammal of the weasel family, with a long slender body, a short tail, and a musky odor.

Examples

1. “The polecat is known for its ability to hunt small rodents and birds.”

2. “Farmers often consider polecats as pests due to their tendency to raid poultry farms.”

Synonyms

1. Ferret

2. Skunk

Antonyms

1. Herbivore

2. Vegetarian

Additional Information

The polecat is native to Europe and Asia and is often referred to as a European polecat.