noun
- plural of raccoon; small nocturnal mammals with distinctive black markings around the eyes and ringed tails, native to North America
Examples
- The raccoons knocked over our garbage cans again last night.
- We saw a family of raccoons washing their food by the stream.
- Raccoons are known for their intelligence and dexterous front paws.
- The zoo has a special exhibit featuring North American raccoons.
- Urban raccoons have adapted well to city life.
- Raccoons are omnivores that eat both plants and small animals.