Ermine (noun)

1. A stoat in its winter coat, which is white with a black tip to the tail.
2. A fur made from the skin of the stoat, typically used for trimming clothing.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french hermine, based on latin armeniacus "armenian", from armenius "armenian", from armenia, where the animal was thought to come from.

Examples:

1. The ermine is a small animal that lives in cold climates.
2. Ermine are hunted for their valuable fur.
3. The ermine coat was a sign of wealth and status.
4. Ermine is a type of fur used for trimming clothing and accessories.
5. The ermine is a symbol of purity and innocence.