noun
otter (esp. Asian small-clawed otter)
Abbreviation of 小爪川獺 (こづめかわうそ). Used in casual or informal contexts, especially among animal enthusiasts or in zoos.
See also: 小爪川獺
動物園でコツメを見た。
I saw an otter at the zoo.
コツメは小さくてかわいい。
Otters are small and cute.