ratels

/ˈreɪtəlz/ /ˈrætəlz/

Meanings

noun

A carnivorous mammal, Mellivora capensis, found in Africa and some parts of Asia; the honey badger.

Examples :

"Zoologists studying African wildlife observed that ratels are known for their thick skin and fearless attitude. "

Related Words

found verb

/faʊnd/

To encounter or discover by accident; to happen upon.

"While walking to school, Sarah found a lost wallet on the ground. "

zoologists noun

/zuˈɑlədʒɪsts/ /zoʊˈɑlədʒɪsts/

One who studies zoology.

"Zoologists study animals to understand their behavior and how they live. "

fearless adjective

/ˈfɪələs/ /ˈfɪɹləs/

Without fear.

"The fearless firefighter ran into the burning building to save the family. "

studying verb

/ˈstʌdiːɪŋ/

(usually academic) To review materials already learned in order to make sure one does not forget them, usually in preparation for an examination.

"I need to study my biology notes."

observed verb

/əbˈzɜːvd/ /əbˈzɝvd/

To notice or view, especially carefully or with attention to detail.

"From this vantage point we can observe the behavior of the animals in their natural habitat."

badger noun

/ˈbædʒə/ /ˈbædʒɚ/

Any mammal of three subfamilies, which belong to the family Mustelidae: Melinae (Eurasian badgers), Mellivorinae (ratel or honey badger), and Taxideinae (American badger).

"The zookeeper pointed out the badger digging in its enclosure, explaining that it was related to weasels and otters. "

honey noun

/ˈhʌni/

A viscous, sweet fluid produced from plant nectar by bees. Often used to sweeten tea or to spread on baked goods.

"My grandmother always puts a spoonful of honey in her tea. "

mammal noun

/ˈmæməl/

An animal of the class Mammalia, characterized by being warm-blooded, having hair and feeding milk to its young.

"The dog is a mammal because it is warm-blooded, has fur, and nurses its puppies. "

parts noun

/pɑːts/

A portion; a component.

"The car repair shop sells replacement parts for all types of vehicles. "

attitude noun

/ˈætɪˌtjuːd/ /ˈætɪtud/

The position of the body or way of carrying oneself.

"The ballet dancer walked with a graceful attitude."

carnivorous adjective

/kɑɹˈnɪv.əɹ.əs/

Of, or relating to carnivores, or the taxonomic order Carnivora.

"My dog is carnivorous and loves to eat meat. "

wildlife noun

/ˈwaɪldlaɪf/

Animals, plants, and fungi, not normally domesticated, often to the exclusion of plants, fungi, fish, insects and other invertebrates, and microscopic plants and animals; hence:

"The park is a haven for local wildlife, with deer, birds, and squirrels roaming freely. "