n.
Pronunciation: ˌ wu ̇ l-v ə - ' r ē n
Function: noun
Inflected Form: plural wolverines
Etymology: probably irregular from wolv- (as in wolves )
Date: 1574
1 plural also wolverine a : a carnivorous usually solitary mammal ( Gulo gulo ) of the weasel family of northern forests and associated tundra that is dark brown with a light brown band on each side of the body and is noted for its strength b : the fur of the wolverine
2 capitalized : a native or resident of Michigan ― used as a nickname
wolverine