white fox

Thân thiện

A white fox blends into the snowy landscape.

Definition

Noun: 1. A thickly-furred fox of Arctic regions; brownish in summer and white in winter: This term refers to a specific mammal, the Arctic fox (Vulpes lagopus), known for its dense fur and remarkable seasonal color change that provides camouflage.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The white fox is perfectly adapted to survive in the harsh tundra.
  • Researchers are studying how climate change affects the white fox's hunting patterns.
  • In its winter coat, the white fox is nearly invisible against the snow.

Advanced Usage

• The term "white fox" is often used in ecological and zoological contexts to discuss Arctic biodiversity and adaptation.
• In literature and folklore, the "white fox" can symbolize cunning, survival, or the beauty and severity of the Arctic wilderness.

Variants and Related Words

• Arctic fox (n): The more common scientific and common name for the same animal.
  • The Arctic fox has the warmest pelt of any animal in the region.
• Snow fox (n): Another informal name for this species.
• Vulpes lagopus (n): The binomial (scientific) name for the species.

Synonyms

• Arctic fox: The primary synonym.
• Polar fox: A less common synonym emphasizing its habitat.

Related Phrases

• Seasonal camouflage: A phrase describing the 's key survival trait of changing fur color with the seasons.

Học thuật

Noun

1. thickly-furred fox of Arctic regions; brownish in summer and white in winter

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Arctic fox
• Alopex lagopus