Mink: meaning, definitions and examples
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mink
[ mษชลk ]
animal type
A mink is a small, semi-aquatic carnivorous mammal belonging to the family Mustelidae, known for its rich, luxurious fur. Minks are often found in North America and Europe, and they thrive in habitats near water sources. They are agile hunters, primarily preying on fish, small mammals, and birds.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The mink swam gracefully in the river.
- She wore a beautiful mink coat during the winter.
- Minks are known for their clever hunting skills.
Translations
Translations of the word "mink" in other languages:
๐ต๐น vison
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฎเคฟเคเค
๐ฉ๐ช Mink
๐ฎ๐ฉ musang
๐บ๐ฆ ะฝะพัะบะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ norka
๐ฏ๐ต ใใณใฏ
๐ซ๐ท vison
๐ช๐ธ nutria
๐น๐ท inek
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฐํฌ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูู
๐จ๐ฟ norka
๐ธ๐ฐ norka
๐จ๐ณ ่ฒ
๐ธ๐ฎ norka
๐ฎ๐ธ minkur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฝะพัะบะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ mink
๐ฒ๐ฝ nutria
Etymology
The word 'mink' derives from the Old Norse word 'minkr', which referred to a similar animal. Minks have been valued for their fur since ancient times, particularly in Europe and Asia. The use of mink fur for clothing and accessories became particularly popular in the 19th century, leading to extensive trapping and farming practices. Over time, minks have been domesticated and bred for various fur qualities, leading to the establishment of mink farming as a significant industry. Today, the word 'mink' is commonly associated with the fur trade, but the animal itself plays an important role in natural ecosystems as a predator.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #18,668, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 18665 meditating
- 18666 dreadfully
- 18667 wedged
- 18668 mink
- 18669 embossed
- 18670 itch
- 18671 thyme
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