noun
a domesticated, usually red-eyed, and albinic variety of the polecat, used in Europe for driving rabbits and rats from their burrows.
verb
to hunt with ferrets
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The zoologist conducted a study on the behavior of the ferret in its natural habitat.
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I saw a cute ferret at the pet store today, it was so playful!
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I heard that guy is a real ferret when it comes to finding deals at the thrift store.
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She has a knack for ferreting out the truth in any situation.