Mustelidae
plural noun
Mus·tel·i·dae
| \ ˌməˈsteləˌdē \
Definition of Mustelidae
: a large, widely distributed, diverse family (superfamily Arctoidea synonym Canoidea) of relatively small, chiefly carnivorous animals that have usually short legs, a long, often thin body, thick fur, and anal scent glands and that include the weasel, badger, otter, mink, marten, polecat and wolverine
Note: The smallest member of the Mustelidae is the least weasel and the largest is the sea otter.
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“Mustelidae.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Mustelidae. Accessed 25 Feb. 2021.
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