Pronunciation: /ˈfɛrɪt/
noun a domesticated, usually red-eyed, and albinic variety of the polecat, used in Europe for driving rabbits and rats from their burrows.
A1 I saw a ferret at the pet store.
A2 The ferret is a small domesticated mammal.
B1 My neighbor has a ferret as a pet.
B2 Ferrets are known for their playful and curious nature.
C1 The ferret's agility and intelligence make it a popular choice for training.
C2 The ferret's sleek coat and whiskers give it a unique appearance.
verb to hunt with ferrets
A1 She ferrets through her bag to find her keys.
A2 The detective ferreted out the truth about the missing money.
B1 I had to ferret out all the information from various sources.
B2 The journalist ferreted through the documents to uncover the scandal.
C1 The researcher ferreted through years of data to find patterns.
C2 The hacker ferreted into the company's database to steal sensitive information.
formal The zoologist conducted a study on the behavior of the ferret in its natural habitat.
informal I saw a cute ferret at the pet store today, it was so playful!
slang I heard that guy is a real ferret when it comes to finding deals at the thrift store.
figurative She has a knack for ferreting out the truth in any situation.
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