mink
UK: mɪŋk | US: mɪŋk
n. a small, semiaquatic mammal of the weasel family, valued for its fur
n. the fur of the mink, used in clothing
n. a coat or other garment made from mink fur
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The word "mink" traces back to Old Norse minkr, referring to the animal, and was adopted into English via Swedish. Unlike many animal names with complex morphemes, "mink" retains its compact form, reflecting its Scandinavian roots. Its meaning has remained consistent, focusing on the animal and its prized fur.
The riverbank was home to a family of wild mink.
Her elegant mink coat was a gift from her grandmother.
Conservationists are working to protect the endangered European mink.
The trapper sold mink pelts at the fur market.
Mink farms have faced criticism from animal rights activists.