Word: Fox

Pronunciation

/fɒks/

Definitions

• Noun: A small carnivorous mammal with a pointed snout, bushy tail, and typically reddish-brown fur. For example: “The fox darted across the field.”
• Verb: (informal) To outwit or deceive someone; to be cunning or sly. For example: “He managed to fox the interviewer with his clever responses.”
• Adjective: (informal) Referring to someone who is cunning or deceitful. For example: “She’s a crafty old fox when it comes to business deals.”

Phrases

• “Sly as a fox” implies someone is very cunning or devious.
• “Fox hunting” is a traditional sport involving the pursuit of a fox by hounds.
• “The fox guarding the henhouse” is a metaphor for a person in charge of something they may exploit or compromise due to conflicting interests.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The red fox made its home near the woods.”
• Verb: “Don’t let him fox you into revealing your plans.”
• Adjective: “His reputation as a fox preceded him in the industry.”

Synonyms

• Noun: Vixen (for a female fox), predator, wildcat
• Verb: Outsmart, deceive, trick, dupe
• Adjective: Cunning, crafty, wily, shrewd, astute