genet
US /ˈdʒɛnɪt/
UK /ˈdʒɛnɪt/

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a slender, carnivorous mammal with a long, ringed tail and spotted fur, native to Africa, southern Europe, and Asia.
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The genet silently stalked its prey in the dense undergrowth.
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With its striking spots and long tail, the genet is a beautiful creature.