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キツネ — meaning in English

kitsune

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English meaning

  • fox noun A small, wild, dog-like mammal known for its pointed snout, bushy tail, and cunning reputation.
  • vulpine adj Pertaining to a fox.

Senses

キツネ is used for these senses in English:

  • fox (in particular) The red fox, a small carnivore (Vulpes vulpes) with red or silver fur.
  • vulpine Pertaining to a fox.

fox — full definition

  1. noun A small, wild, dog-like mammal known for its pointed snout, bushy tail, and cunning reputation.
  2. noun A cunning or crafty person.
  3. adj Informal: a very attractive person (usually described as "foxy").
  4. verb To trick or outwit someone through cunning.

vulpine — full definition

  1. adj Pertaining to a fox.
  2. adj Having the characteristics of a fox; foxlike; cunning.

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