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Topic: Animals

ferret

IPA: /ˈfɛrɪt/

KK: /ˈfɛrɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To search thoroughly or intensively for something, often by digging or looking closely.

Example: She had to ferret around the house to find her missing keys.

noun

Definition: A small, domesticated mammal that is related to weasels and often kept as a pet or used for hunting small animals.

Example: The ferret played happily in its cage, chasing after toys.

transitive verb

Definition: To search for something hidden or to uncover information by persistent effort.

Example: The detective worked hard to ferret out the truth behind the mystery.

ferreting

IPA: /ˈfɛrɪtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈfɛrɪtɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of hunting or searching for something, often using ferrets to flush out animals from their burrows.

Example: Ferreting is a traditional method of hunting small game.

verb

Definition: To search for something persistently or to dig out information, often in a thorough or determined way.

Example: She spent the afternoon ferreting through old boxes in the attic looking for family photos.

ferrety

IPA: /ˈfɛr.ɪ.ti/

KK: /ˈfɛrɪti/

adjective

Definition: Resembling or characteristic of a ferret, often used to describe someone who is sneaky or inquisitive.

Example: His ferrety nature made him a great detective, always digging for hidden truths.

fetch

IPA: /fɛtʃ/

KK: /fɛtʃ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To go after something and come back with it.

Example: The dog will fetch the ball when I throw it.

noun

Definition: The act of going to get something and bringing it back.

Example: The dog loves to play fetch with its owner in the park.

transitive verb

Definition: To go and bring something back from a place.

Example: Can you fetch me a glass of water?

fetlock

IPA: /ˈfɛt.lɒk/

KK: /ˈfɛtˌlɒk/

noun

Definition: A part of a horse's leg located just above the hoof, often covered with hair.

Example: The horse had a beautiful fetlock with long, flowing hair.

fido

IPA: /ˈfaɪdoʊ/

KK: /faɪdoʊ/

noun

Definition: A coin that has a mistake made during its production, which makes it different from regular coins.

Example: I found a fido in my collection that has a unique error on it.

fieldfare

IPA: /ˈfiːldfɛː/

KK: /ˈfiːldfɛə/

noun

Definition: A type of bird that is medium-sized and found in Europe and Asia, known for its gray and reddish-brown feathers.

Example: The fieldfare flew gracefully across the field, searching for berries.

figeater

IPA: /ˈfɪɡˌiːtə/

KK: /ˈfɪɡˌitər/

noun

Definition: A type of bird or a large beetle that damages figs, particularly found in the Southern United States.

Example: The figeater beetle is known for ruining fig crops in the summer.

filariid

IPA: //fɪˈlɛrɪɪd//

KK: /fɪˈlɛrɪɪd/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific family of parasitic worms known as Filariidae, which can cause diseases in humans and animals.

Example: The filariid infection can lead to serious health issues if not treated promptly.

filefish

IPA: /ˈfaɪlˌfɪʃ/

KK: /ˈfaɪlˌfɪʃ/

noun

Definition: A type of tropical fish that has a flat body and rough, spiny scales, belonging to the family Balistidae, and is similar to triggerfishes.

Example: The filefish swam gracefully among the coral reefs, showcasing its unique colors.

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