noun
also wol·ver·ene |wu̇lvə|rēn
( -s ; see sense 1 )
Etymology: alteration of earlier wolvering, probably irregular from wolv- (as in wolves, wolvish ) + -ing, n. suffix
1. plural also wolverine
a. : a northern No. American carnivorous mammal ( Gulo luscus ) of the family Mustelidae that resembles and is often considered conspecific with the glutton of Europe, is blackish with a pale forehead and a light band on each side of the body, and is noted for its thievishness, strength, and cunning — called also carcajou
b. : the fur of the wolverine
2. usually capitalized : michigander — used as a nickname
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