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Definition of zorilla

zorilla

/zəˈrɪl.ə/
zo · ril · la
Plural:zorillas
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zorilla Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A carnivorous African mammal of the weasel family, characterized by its striking black and white striped coat and its ability to spray a foul-smelling defensive fluid, closely resembling a skunk.

Example

"While on a night safari in the African savanna, the guide pointed out a zorilla foraging for large insects and small rodents."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish 'zorilla', meaning 'little fox', which is a diminutive of 'zorra' (fox).

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Zorilla. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/zorilla
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