raposa-vermelha — meaning in English

English meaning

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

Senses

raposa-vermelha is used for these senses in English:

• fox (in particular) The red fox, a small carnivore (Vulpes vulpes) with red or silver fur.
• red fox (countable) A common species of fox, Vulpes vulpes native to North America, Asia, Europe and North Africa; small, with reddish fur, but larger than the arctic 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.

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