Ermines

noun verb adjective

A weasel, Mustela erminea, found in northern latitudes; its dark brown fur turns white in winter (apart from the black tip of the tail).

Definition

  1. (noun) A weasel, Mustela erminea, found in northern latitudes; its dark brown fur turns white in winter (apart from the black tip of the tail).
  2. (noun) The white fur of this animal, traditionally seen as a symbol of purity and used for judges' robes.
  3. (noun) (by extension) The office of a judge.
  4. (noun) A white field with black spots.
  5. (verb) To clothe with ermine.
  6. (adjective) : In blazon, a heraldic fur of a black field. with white spots

Word stats

  • Ermines contains 7 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
  • It uses 6 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 3.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 9.

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What does Ermines mean?

A weasel, Mustela erminea, found in northern latitudes; its dark brown fur turns white in winter (apart from the black tip of the tail).

How many letters are in Ermines?

Ermines has 7 letters.

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