mink

mink · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A small, semiaquatic carnivorous mammal of the weasel family, native to North America and Eurasia, farmed for its valuable fur.

  2. 2.

    The highly valued fur of the mink, used in making expensive coats and garments.

  3. 3.

    A coat or garment made from mink fur.

Forms

plural: mink/minks

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    mink coat — a coat made from mink fur
  • •
    mink farm — a farm where minks are raised for their fur
  • •
    mink oil — oil derived from mink fat, used in leather conditioning

Related words

See also: ermine, fur, weasel
Synonyms: mustelid

Etymology

From Scandinavian, compare Swedish mink, probably ultimately related to Old Swedish mænk ("a stinking animal in Finland"). Entered English in the 15th century.