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wolverine
noun wol·ver·ine \ˌwu̇l-və-ˈrēn\
: a strong animal with brown fur that lives in North America
plural wolverines
Full Definition of WOLVERINE
1
plural also wolverine a : a carnivorous usually solitary mammal (Gulo gulo) of the weasel family of northern forests and associated tundra that is dark brown with a light brown band on each side of the body and is noted for its strength b : the fur of the wolverine
2
capitalized : a native or resident of Michigan —used as a nickname
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Origin of WOLVERINE
probably irregular from wolv- (as in wolves)
First Known Use: 1574
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WOLVERINE Defined for Kids
wolverine
noun wol·ver·ine \ˌwu̇l-və-ˈrēn\
Definition of WOLVERINE for Kids
: a mostly dark brown wild animal with shaggy fur that resembles a small bear but is related to the weasel, eats meat, and is found chiefly in the northern forests of North America
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