sables
/ˈseɪbəlz/
noun
- 1
A small carnivorous mammal of the Old World that resembles a weasel, Martes zibellina, from cold regions in Eurasia and the North Pacific islands, valued for its dark brown fur (Wikipedia).
- 2
The marten, especially Martes americana (syn. Mustela americana).
- 3
The fur or pelt of the sable or other species of martens; a coat made from this fur.
- 4
An artist's brush made from the fur of the sable (Wikipedia).
- 5
A black colour on a coat of arms (Wikipedia).
- 6
A dark brown colour, resembling the fur of some sables.
- 7
(in the plural, sables) Black garments, especially worn in mourning.
noun
- 1
Black garments worn in mourning.
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