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striped skunk

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun striped skunk has 1 sense
  1. striped skunk, Mephitis mephitis - most common and widespread North American skunk
    --1 is a kind of skunk, polecat, wood pussy
    --1 is a member of Mephitis, genus Mephitis

Definitions from the Web

Term: Striped Skunk

Definition:

A striped skunk is a mammal native to North America, known for its distinctive black fur with white stripes and its ability to spray a powerful scent as a defense mechanism.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun
  • Adjective

Senses:

  1. Noun: A small carnivorous mammal with black fur and white stripes, found in North America.
  2. Adjective: Having stripes resembling that of a skunk.

Usage:

1. Noun:

The striped skunk, although small in size, is known for its unique black and white appearance.

2. Adjective:

She wore a vibrant striped skunk scarf around her neck.

Sample Sentences:

1. The striped skunk swiftly scurried across the road.

2. Avoid getting too close to a striped skunk, as it may spray its potent scent.

3. The children giggled as they spotted a family of striped skunks playing in the yard.

4. Her striped skunk socks added a quirky touch to her outfit.

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