Main Entry: wol·ver·ine

Pronunciation: \ˌwu̇l-və-ˈrēn\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural wolverines

Etymology: probably irregular from wolv- (as in wolves)

Date: 1574

1 plural also wolverine a : a carnivorous usually solitary mammal (Gulo gulo) of the weasel family of northern forests and associated tundra that is dark brown with a light brown band on each side of the body and is noted for its strength b : the fur of the wolverine
2 capitalized : a native or resident of Michigan —used as a nickname

[wolverine illustration]