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Meanings

1

noun

weasel; Japanese weasel

usually written using kana alone

Typically refers to the Japanese weasel (Mustela itatsi), but can be used for weasels in general. Common in everyday language.

2

noun

mustelid

usually written using kana alone

Broader biological sense: any member of the family Mustelidae, including weasels, badgers, otters, etc. More technical than sense 1.