mustelid

 
Pronunciation: /ˈmʌstɪlɪd, mʌˈstɛlɪd/

noun

Zoology
  • a mammal of the weasel family (Mustelidae), distinguished by having a long body, short legs, and musky scent glands under the tail.

Origin:

early 20th century: from modern Latin Mustelidae (plural), from Latin mustela 'weasel'