WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Google
 

stoat

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun stoat has 1 sense
  1. stoat - the ermine in its brown summer coat with black-tipped tail
    --1 is a kind of
    ermine, shorttail weasel, Mustela erminea

Definitions from the Web

Stoat

Definition:

A stoat is a small, carnivorous mammal belonging to the Mustelidae family, native to Eurasia and North America. It is characterized by a long, slender body, short legs, and a black-tipped tail.

Senses:

  1. Noun: A small, agile animal with brown fur that turns white during winter, also known as the short-tailed weasel.
  2. Verb: To capture or chase after something swiftly and skillfully, typically in a playful or mischievous manner.

Examples:

  1. Noun:
    • The stoat is highly adapted for hunting in dense vegetation.
    • During winter, the stoat's fur transforms to blend in with the snowy surroundings.
    • A stoat is known for its ability to climb trees and swim efficiently.
  2. Verb:
    • The children stoat around the playground, chasing each other with laughter.
    • He stoats through the forest, effortlessly leaping over fallen logs.
    • With great agility, the cat stoats after a toy mouse across the room.

Related Products:

stjepan stlag stm stning sto stoa stoaid stoar stoat stoats stob stobborn stobierski stochastic stochastic process stochastic variable stochastically

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

WordNet-Online
Home | Free dictionary software | Copyright notice | Contact us | WordNet dictionary | Automotive thesaurus