noun Download 🔗Share A weasel, Mustela erminea, found in northern latitudes; its dark brown fur turns white in winter (apart from the black tip of the tail). Examples : "In winter, the forest ranger often spots ermines with their white coats scurrying through the snow, only their black-tipped tails giving them away. " animal nature biology Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The white fur of this animal, traditionally seen as a symbol of purity and used for judges' robes. Examples : "The judge's robe was trimmed with ermines, a sign of her office and the purity of the law. " animal material wear royal tradition heraldry Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share (by extension) The office of a judge. Examples : "After decades of distinguished service, Justice Thompson prepared to lay down the ermines and enjoy his retirement. " law government politics job state Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A white field with black spots. Examples : "The theater production featured a regal costume with ermines sewn onto the white fabric, creating a pattern of scattered black spots. " heraldry color Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To clothe with ermine. Examples : "The queen ermined her favorite winter coat, making it look elegant and luxurious. " royal wear appearance Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective Download 🔗Share : In blazon, a heraldic fur of a black field. with white spots Examples : "The ermines pattern on the duke's coat of arms was striking against the velvet background. " heraldry color style Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
