family mustelidae

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Definition

Noun: - A biological family of carnivorous mammals: "family Mustelidae" is the scientific name for a taxonomic family within the order Carnivora. This family is characterized by elongated bodies, short legs, and scent glands. It includes animals such as weasels, otters, badgers, and related species.

Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • Otters and badgers both belong to the family Mustelidae.
    • The family Mustelidae is known for including both terrestrial and aquatic carnivores.
    • A key characteristic of the family Mustelidae is the presence of well-developed anal scent glands.
Advanced Usage
  • "Mustelid" (noun/adjective): A common term for any member of the family Mustelidae. It can be used as a noun to refer to the animal or as an adjective to describe traits related to the family.
    • The wolverine is a powerful mustelid found in northern regions.
    • They studied mustelid behavior and ecology.
Variants and Related Words
  • Mustelid (n): A member of the family Mustelidae.
  • Musteline (adj): Relating to or characteristic of the family Mustelidae. (This is a more technical synonym for "mustelid" as an adjective).
Synonyms
  • The weasel family: A common, non-scientific name for Mustelidae.
  • Mustelids: The group of animals constituting the family.
Noun
  1. weasels; polecats; ferrets; minks; fishers; otters; badgers; skunks; wolverines; martens

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