Mink \Mink\, n. [Cf. 2d {Minx}.] (Zo["o]l.)
A carnivorous mammal of the genus {Putorius}, allied to the
weasel. The European mink is {Putorius lutreola}. The common
American mink ({P. vison}) varies from yellowish brown to
black. Its fur is highly valued. Called also {minx}, {nurik},
and {vison}.