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wea·sel
 weasel
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weasel, weasels |
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A weasel is a small mammal with brown fur, a long body and neck, and short legs. Various kinds of weasels are found in the northern parts of Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America. Weasels hunt at night for rabbits, mice, and other rodents.
Mink are closely related to weasels.Weasels that live in very cold regions grow white fur and are called "ermine."
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