noun
polecat
Polecat (noun) means any of several long, slender mammals related to the weasel.
noun
1
Any of several long, slender mammals related to the weasel.
2
The common polecat found across Europe, a member of the weasel family.
3
(informal) A mean or contemptible person.
4
A pole used to hold lights in place on a film or TV set.
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Etymology
Comes from Middle English polcat, pulkat, of uncertain origin. It may come from Middle English *pole, *poule (“hen”), from Old French poule (“hen”), plus Middle English cat. Compare English foulmart.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of polecat?
"polecat" (noun) means any of several long, slender mammals related to the weasel.
What is another word for polecat?
Other words for "polecat" include fitch, skunk, foumart, foulmart.
What are the different meanings of polecat?
"polecat" has 3 main meanings: 1. Any of several long, slender mammals related to the weasel; 2. The common polecat found across Europe, a member of the weasel family; 3. (informal) A mean or contemptible person.
