barbastel

Meanings

• noun

  A nocturnal European mammal, the European polecat (Mustela putorius), also known as the foul marten or polecat weasel.

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Variants

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barbicel , barbicels

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Etymology

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The word 'barbastel' comes from the Old French word 'barbe-stel', meaning 'bearded star'. This refers to the distinctive markings on the face of the European polecat.

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Trivia

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1. The European polecat is a carnivore and primarily feeds on rodents, rabbits, and birds.

2. The European polecat is also known for its strong musk, which it uses to mark its territory.

3. The European polecat is a monogamous species and pairs for life.

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1. European polecat: A mustelid species native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa.

2. Mustelidae: A family of carnivorous mammals, including weasels, ferrets, minks, and otters.

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Culture

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In European folklore, the barbastel was sometimes believed to be a shape-shifting creature that could transform into a human or a horse. It was also thought to be a mischievous and thieving animal, known to steal poultry and eggs.

How to Memorize "barbastel"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small, nocturnal animal with a distinctive face pattern. Visualize its pointed snout, bushy tail, and bearded face.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'barbastel' with the European polecat and its unique facial features. Remember the Old French origin of the word: 'barbe-stel', meaning 'bearded star'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'bearded star': B-S for 'Barbastel'.

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