1. a small carnivorous mammal with brown fur that turns white in winter, also known as an ermine

Examples

• The stoat’s coat changes from brown to white as winter approaches.
• We spotted a stoat hunting rabbits in the meadow.
• The stoat is native to northern regions of Europe and Asia.
• In its white winter coat, the stoat is called an ermine.
• The quick stoat darted between the rocks chasing its prey.
• Stoats are excellent climbers and can hunt in trees.