ferreting
The word “ferreting” has 3 syllables: fer-ret-ing
It's pronounced as /ˈfɛr.ə.tɪŋ/
What is synonym and antonym for ferreting?
In the thesaurus, “ferreting” has 23 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for ferreting along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for ferreting
- capturing
- chasing
- coursing
- culling
- dogging
- dragging
- harpooning
- hawking
- hounding
- hunting
- killing
- netting
- poaching
- pursuing
- running
- running down
- shooting
- snaring
- spooring
- stalking
- tracking
- trailing
- trapping
Meanings of ferreting
- verb
- To hunt game with ferrets.
- (by extension) To uncover and bring to light by searching; usually to ferret out.
- noun
- Hunting with ferrets.
- Ferret (tape used to tie documents).
Example Sentences
- She spent the afternoon ferreting through old files in the basement.
- The reporter was busy ferreting out secrets that the company tried to hide.
- He enjoys ferreting around antique shops for rare collectibles.
- They were ferreting for clues that might explain the sudden disappearance.
- The cat was ferreting in the bushes, looking for mice.
On this page you'll find 23 synonyms or another words to ferreting, such as: capturing, chasing, coursing, culling, dogging, dragging, harpooning.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.