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wolverine

/ˈwʊl.və.riːn/

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noun

C1formalcommon/ˈwʊl.və.riːn/

A noun referring to a stocky, shaggy-coated carnivorous mammal found in northern Eurasia and North America, known for its strength and ferocity.

  • 🇷🇺Существительное, обозначающее коренастое, лохматое хищное млекопитающее, обитающее в северной Евразии и Северной Америке, известное своей силой и свирепостью.
  1. Musteline mammal of northern Eurasia B2 formal

    A stocky, powerful mustelid mammal found in northern Eurasia, known for its strength and ferocity.

    • The wolverine is known for its ability to take down prey much larger than itself.
    • In northern Eurasia, the wolverine is a rare and elusive creature.
    • Researchers tracked a wolverine across the Siberian taiga.

    🇷🇺Росомаха

    Synonyms: carcajouglutton

  2. Stocky shaggy-coated North American carnivorous mammal B2 formal

    A robust, shaggy-haired carnivorous mammal native to North America, famous for its tenacity and powerful build.

    • The North American wolverine is a solitary animal that roams vast territories.
    • Its thick, shaggy coat protects the wolverine from harsh winter conditions.
    • Wildlife enthusiasts consider spotting a wolverine in the wild a rare privilege.

    🇷🇺Росомаха

    Synonyms: carcajouglutton

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