polecat
English
/ˈpəʊlkæt/
noun
Definitions
- A weasel-like animal of the genus Mustela (Mustela).
- (US) A skunk.
- (television) A tubular device used to support lights on a set.
Etymology
Derived from Middle French pole (hen).
Origin
Middle French
pole
Gloss
hen
Concept
Semantic Field
Animals
Ontological Category
Person/Thing