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Definition ferret in British English

ferret verb

[intransitive] verb
/ˈferɪt/
1

to search for something in a small space

Example

She was ferreting around in a drawer for her keys.

Synonyms and related words
go through look out for seek out
2

to hunt for rabbits or rats with a ferret

Synonyms and related words
an easy target angling bag
Definition ferret in British English