taxidea

/tæksˈiːdə/

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of small to medium-sized, short-legged, omnivorous mammals in the weasel family, including the American badger and hog badger.

“The taxidea of North America is well-known for its distinctive white stripes on its face.”

Synonyms

  • badger
  • weasel

Antonyms

  • carnivore
  • predator