Meaning & use

fox

noun·Everyday

A small wild animal related to the dog, known for its pointed ears and bushy tail.

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A red fox darted across the field just before sunset.

Farmers built a stronger fence to keep foxes away from the chickens.

A note on using this word

To outfox someone means to outwit them, reflecting the fox's traditional reputation for cunning in folklore.

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