mink vs polecat

mink

noun
  • Any of various semi-aquatic, carnivorous mammals in the Mustelinae subfamily, similar to weasels, with dark fur, native to Europe and America, of which two species in different genera are extant: the American mink (Neovison vison) and the European mink (Mustela lutreola). 

  • An article of clothing made of mink. 

  • The fur or pelt of a mink, used to make apparel. 

  • (plural minks) An individual with poor personal hygiene; a smelly person. 

polecat

noun
  • A weasel-like animal of the genus Mustela. 

  • A tubular device used to support lights on a set. 

  • notably, the European polecat, Mustela putorius. 

  • A skunk. 

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