ferret

The word “ferret” has 2 syllables: fer-ret

It's pronounced as /ˈfɛr.ət/

What is synonym and antonym for ferret?

In the thesaurus, “ferret” has 23 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for ferret along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for ferret

noun
1. An often domesticated mammal (Mustela putorius furo) rather like a weasel, descended from the polecat and often trained to hunt burrowing animals.
2. The black-footed ferret, Mustela nigripes.
3. A diligent searcher.
4. A tape of silk, cotton, or ribbon, used to tie documents, clothing, etc. or along the edge of fabric.
verb
1. To hunt game with ferrets.
2. (by extension) To uncover and bring to light by searching; usually to ferret out.

On this page you'll find 23 synonyms or another words to ferret, such as: capture, chase, course, cull, dog, drag, harpoon.

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