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er·mine
 ermine
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- pronunciation:
- uhr
mihn
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
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noun |
| definition 1: |
any of various weasels of northern regions that have white coats with black tail tips in the winter.
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| definition 2: |
the white winter fur of the ermine, used as a trimming for clothing or in the making of coats.
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| derivation: |
ermined (adj.) |
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