noun
wolverine
WUUL-vuh-reen/ˈwʊlvəriːn/
A stocky, meat-eating mammal of northern regions related to weasels.
The wolverine stands on snowy ground with pale stripes along its flanks.
Etymology
Earlier English wolvering named this mammal. Its origin is uncertain, though it may derive from wolf or from wolver, meaning “one who behaves like a wolf.”
In context
the cow is apprehensive and with good reason the wolverine or glutton the largest of the weasel family has a reputation for being completely fearless
More examples
- A wolverine feeds on the remains of a dead deer.
- Wolverines roam large areas in search of food.
- Thick fur helps the wolverine survive bitter northern winters.
Forms
wolverine · wolverines