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spotted skunk

 

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Noun spotted skunk has 1 sense
  1. spotted skunk, little spotted skunk, Spilogale putorius - small skunk with a marbled black and white coat; of United States and Mexico
    --1 is a kind of skunk, polecat, wood pussy
    --1 is a member of Spilogale, genus Spilogale

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Spotted Skunk

Noun (Animal): The spotted skunk, scientifically known as Spilogale, is a small mammal found in parts of North and Central America. It is characterized by its distinctive black fur with white spots or stripes.

Sample Sentence:

  • The spotted skunk sprayed a foul odor to defend itself from predators.

Noun (Local Name): In some regions, the spotted skunk is commonly referred to as a "polecat" due to its similar appearance and behavior to the European Polecat.

Sample Sentence:

  • During our camping trip, we spotted a polecat rummaging through the trash.

Adjective: Describing something as "spotted skunk" indicates a resemblance to the physical features or behavior of the animal mentioned above.

Sample Sentence:

  • Her dress had a spotted skunk pattern, making her stand out at the party.

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