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
- capture
- chase
- course
- cull
- dog
- drag
- harpoon
- hawk
- hound
- hunt
- kill
- net
- poach
- pursue
- run
- run down
- shoot
- snare
- spoor
- stalk
- track
- trail
- trap
Meanings of ferret
- noun
- An often domesticated mammal (Mustela putorius furo) rather like a weasel, descended from the polecat and often trained to hunt burrowing animals.
- The black-footed ferret, Mustela nigripes.
- A diligent searcher.
- A tape of silk, cotton, or ribbon, used to tie documents, clothing, etc. or along the edge of fabric.
- verb
- To hunt game with ferrets.
- (by extension) To uncover and bring to light by searching; usually to ferret out.
Example Sentences
- She kept a ferret as a pet because of its playful nature.
- The detective tried to ferret out the truth from the witnesses.
- A curious ferret poked its head out from under the couch.
- He used a ferret to chase the rabbits out of their burrows.
- Reporters tried to ferret out more details about the scandal.
On this page you'll find 23 synonyms or another words to ferret, such as: capture, chase, course, cull, dog, drag, harpoon.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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