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genet (1)

gen·et [ jénnit ] (plural gen·ets)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. small carnivore: a small carnivorous mammal related to the civet that has a ringed tail, spotted sides, and retractable claws. Native to: wooded regions of southern Europe and Africa.  Genus Genetta.

2. genet fur: the fur of the genet

[14th century. < Old French genette]
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