Wolverine

Pronunciation: /ˈwʊlvəˌriːn/

Definitions of wolverine

noun A carnivorous mammal of the weasel family, with a heavyset body, a thick bushy tail, and strong claws.

Example Sentences

A1 A wolverine is a small but fierce mammal.

A2 The wolverine is known for its strength and agility.

B1 Wolverines are solitary animals that roam vast territories.

B2 Researchers have observed wolverines exhibiting complex behaviors in the wild.

C1 The wolverine's reputation as a tenacious predator is well-deserved.

C2 Conservation efforts are underway to protect the wolverine's dwindling population.

Examples of wolverine in a Sentence

formal The wolverine is a carnivorous mammal known for its strength and agility.

informal I heard that wolverine is a tough little critter.

slang That wolverine dude is a total badass.

figurative Her determination was like a wolverine, never giving up no matter what.

Grammatical Forms of wolverine

• past tense: wolverined
• plural: wolverines
• comparative: more wolverine
• superlative: most wolverine
• present tense: wolverines
• future tense: will wolverine
• perfect tense: have wolverined
• continuous tense: is wolverining
• singular: wolverine
• positive degree: wolverine
• infinitive: to wolverine
• gerund: wolverining
• participle: wolverined

Origin and Evolution of wolverine

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'wolverine' originated from the Old English word 'wulf' meaning wolf, combined with the suffix '-rine' which was commonly used in medieval times to denote animals.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'wolverine' shifted from simply referring to a wolf-like animal to specifically describing the Gulo gulo species found in North America. The word also took on connotations of ferocity and tenacity, reflecting the characteristics of the animal.