ermine

• 指鼬科的一种小型哺乳动物——白鼬，冬季全身毛皮变白，仅尾尖为黑色；也指这种动物的毛皮，历史上常用于制作礼仪服饰。

A noun referring to a small mammal of the weasel family, known for its white winter coat with a black-tipped tail, or the fur of this animal used historically in ceremonial robes.

1. AnimalC1formal

   A small weasel (Mustela erminea) found in northern regions, whose fur turns white in winter, with a black tail tip.

   白鼬

   • The ermine is native to the Arctic and subarctic regions.
   • In winter, the ermine's coat becomes pure white for camouflage.
   • Ermines are known for their agility and hunting skills.

   同义词stoat

2. C1formal

   The white winter fur of the ermine, historically used for trimming royal robes and ceremonial garments.

   白鼬皮

   • The king's robe was trimmed with ermine fur.
   • Ermine was a symbol of purity and status in medieval Europe.
   • The ceremonial cape featured a lining of ermine.

   同义词miniver