ermine

[US]/'ɜːmɪn/
[UK]/'ɝmɪn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. the white fur of a stoat, especially when used for trimming garments

Phrases & Collocations

ermine coat

royal ermine robe

ermine fur

white ermine

ermine trim

Example Sentences

ermined white marking, "ermine spots" : dark spots on white markings. Often correspond to stripes on the hooves.

a duchess resplendent in ermine robes, a tiara, and a diamond dog collar.

an ermine in its winter color phase), but the term also refers to a stage or period of change or development:

Financial statements are not neutral if, by the selection or presentation of information, they influ**e the making of a decision or judgement in order to achieving a pre**ermined result or outcome.

The ermine is known for its luxurious fur.

The ermine's coat changes color with the seasons.

The ermine is a small, carnivorous mammal.

The ermine is also known as a stoat.

The ermine's fur is highly prized for its softness and warmth.

The ermine's white winter coat helps it blend in with the snow.

The ermine is a skilled hunter, preying on small rodents and birds.

Ermine fur was historically used to trim royal garments.

The ermine's population has been declining due to habitat loss.

The ermine's agility and speed make it a formidable predator.

Real-world Examples

That seems better; there's one more ermine.

Source: Vox opinion

The trim on her cloak is real ermine.

Source: Desperate Housewives Season 7

It hasn't got the obvious symbolism of the Ermine.

Source: Oxford University's "The Beautiful Princess"

Is it really that much better than da Vinci's " Lady with an Ermine" ?

Source: Vox opinion

That seems better. There’s one more ermine.

Source: The story behind the design.

" Her cloak is lined with ermine" .

Source: The Little Princess (Original Version)

Is it really that much better than da Vinci’s Lady with Ermine?

Source: Pop culture

The ermine toque was alone; she smiled more brightly than ever.

Source: Self-study Advanced English

" I order you to do so, " the king answered him, and majestically gathered in a fold of his ermine mantle.

Source: The Little Prince

And now an ermine toque and a gentleman in grey met just in front of her.

Source: Advanced English book1

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