mongoose
word
Definition
A mongoose is a small, agile mammal with a long body and tail, known for hunting snakes and other small animals.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly appears in animal documentaries and stories about snake encounters. Not to be confused with 'ferret' or 'meerkat', which look similar but are different animals. Rarely used in everyday conversation outside of specific contexts.
Spanish: mangostaPortuguese (BR): mangustoPortuguese (PT): mangustoChinese (Simplified): 猫鼬Chinese (Traditional): 獴Hindi: नेवलाArabic: النِمس
Example Sentences
A mongoose can fight a snake and win.
basic
The mongoose runs very fast.
basic
We saw a mongoose in the field yesterday.
basic
Have you ever heard about how a mongoose can kill a cobra?
natural
There was a mongoose living in our backyard for months.
natural
That story about the brave mongoose is actually true!
natural