1. Members of the family Mustelidae, a group of carnivorous mammals that includes weasels, otters, badgers, and minks.
Usage: Plural form; used in zoology and biology contexts; The singular form is 'mustelid'

Examples

• Mustelids are known for their long, slender bodies and sharp claws.
• The researcher studied various mustelids in their natural habitats across North America.
• Otters and badgers are both examples of mustelids.
• Many mustelids are skilled hunters with excellent senses of smell.
• The museum's exhibit featured skeletons of different mustelids from around the world.
• Mustelids play an important role in controlling rodent populations in ecosystems.