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mink

/mɪŋk/

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noun

Nerz

(plural mink or minks) Any of various semi-aquatic, carnivorous mammals in the Mustelinae subfamily, similar to weasels, with dark fur, native to Europe and America, of which two species in different genera are extant: the American mink (Neovison vison) and the European mink (Mustela lutreola).

Examples :

"The farmer trapped a mink near the chicken coop. "

Der Bauer fing einen Nerz in der Nähe des Hühnerstalls.

animal biology nature

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noun

Nerzfell

(plural mink) The fur or pelt of a mink, used to make apparel.

Examples :

"The fashion designer used mink for the luxurious coat. "

Der Modedesigner verwendete Nerzfell für den luxuriösen Mantel.

animal material wear

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noun

Minkpelz

(plural minks) An article of clothing made of mink.

Examples :

"She wore her grandmother's mink to the opera. "

Sie trug den Minkpelz ihrer Großmutter in die Oper.

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noun

Stinktier, Dreckskerl

(plural minks) An individual with poor personal hygiene; a smelly person.

Examples :

"After football practice in the summer heat, some of the players were real minks, needing to shower immediately. "

Nach dem Fußballtraining in der Sommerhitze waren einige der Spieler echte Dreckskerle, die sofort duschen mussten.

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