raccoon
1 synonym for raccoon, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A nocturnal mammal native to the Americas, easily recognised by its grey-and-black fur, masked face, and ringed tail.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
racoon
How to use raccoon
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
trash panda (informal)
raccoon tracks
Etymology
Borrowed from a Powhatan word describing the animal's habit of scratching or rubbing with its hands.
Full origin of raccoon →Frequently asked questions
What does “raccoon” mean?
The word “raccoon” means a nocturnal mammal native to the Americas, easily recognised by its grey-and-black fur, masked face, and ringed tail. In plain terms, a masked, ring-tailed nocturnal animal common across North America, well known for raiding rubbish bins.
How do you pronounce “raccoon”?
“Raccoon” is pronounced ruh-KOON (/ɹæˈkun/ in IPA).
How do you use “raccoon” in a sentence?
Here is “raccoon” used in a sentence: “A raccoon knocked over our bins again last night.”
What part of speech is “raccoon”?
“Raccoon” is a noun.
Is “raccoon” a common word?
“Raccoon” is an uncommon word in modern English.
