mink /mɪŋk/ noun4 •Any semi-aquatic, carnivorous mammal in the Mustelinae subfamily, similar to weasels, with dark fur, native to Europe and America, of which two species in different genera are extant: the American mink (Neogale vison) and the European mink (Mustela lutreola).The Minx […] frequents the water like the Otter, and very much resembles it in shape and color, but is less; will abide longer under the water than the musk quash, musk rat, or little beaver: […] — 1771 •The fur or pelt of a mink, used to make apparel.From Michaelmas 1739. to Michaelmas 1740. Skins. […] Mink at 2s. 4d. Elk at 8s. Deer at 2s. 7½ per Skin. — 1749 •An article of clothing made of mink. •(slang, offensive) A person with poor personal hygiene; a smelly person. formsminks
