Marten
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɑː.tɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Marten is a noun meaning Any carnivorous mammal of the genus Martes.
Meaning
Any carnivorous mammal of the genus Martes.
More Meanings
- Archaic form of martin (the bird).
Example Sentences
Towards the end of the month, swallows and house martens congregate, and are often seen resting on the ridges or sloping roofs of buildings.
Word Forms
- martens
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sable, fisher, martin, mustelid, mustela, musteline.
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