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白しろ狐ぎつね

also: びゃっこ

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Meanings

1

noun

white fox; supernatural white fox

Refers to an old, white fox traditionally believed to possess supernatural powers in Japanese folklore. Often associated with Inari or as a messenger of the gods.

2

noun

Arctic fox

Zoological term for the Arctic fox (Vulpes lagopus). In everyday contexts, ホッキョクギツネ is more common.

See also: ホッキョクギツネ