zoril

/ˈzoʊrɪl/ (ZOH-ril)

Definitions

1. noun

A zoril is a type of medium-sized, carnivorous mammal found in Central and South America, closely related to weasels and ferrets.

“The park ranger spotted a zoril in the forest, its distinctive markings making it easy to identify.”

Synonyms

  • ferret
  • weasel

Antonyms

  • herbivore