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Mongoose

noun
/ˈmɒŋ.ɡuːs/

Meaning

a small carnivorous mammal known for its ability to kill venomous snakes

Example Sentences

The mongoose quickly attacked the cobra to protect its young.

Synonyms

ichneumon

Collocations

mongoose family, mongoose attack, wild mongoose

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