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honey badger

/ˈhʌni ˌbædʒər/

Traduction: Petit mammifère robuste d'Afrique et de certaines régions d'Asie, réputé pour son intrépidité et son agressivité. Le terme est aussi utilisé de manière informelle pour désigner une personne tenace, obstinée ou indifférente aux critiques.

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/ˈhʌni ˌbædʒər/B1informal
  • frPetit mammifère robuste d'Afrique et de certaines régions d'Asie, réputé pour son intrépidité et son agressivité. Le terme est aussi utilisé de manière informelle pour désigner une personne tenace, obstinée ou indifférente aux critiques.

A small, tough mammal native to Africa and parts of Asia, known for its fearless and aggressive nature. The term is also used informally to describe a person who is tenacious, stubborn, or indifferent to criticism.

  1. AnimalB1formal

    A small, tough mammal (Mellivora capensis) known for its ferocity, thick skin, and fearless nature, native to Africa and parts of Asia.

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    • The honey badger is famous for its aggressive behavior.
    • Honey badgers have a very thick, loose skin that protects them from bites.
    • A honey badger can take on much larger predators like lions.
  2. Internet meme / SlangB2slang

    A term used to describe a person who is extremely tough, fearless, and indifferent to danger or criticism, popularized by an online video.

    frblaireau de miel (sens figuré)

    • He doesn't care what anyone thinks; he's a total honey badger.
    • She tackled the problem with honey badger-like determination.
    • That guy is a honey badger; he just doesn't give up.