Meaning of the word "honey badger" in English

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honey badger

US /ˈhʌn.i ˌbædʒ.ər/
UK /ˈhʌn.i ˌbædʒ.ər/
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Noun

1.

a carnivorous mammal of the weasel family, Mellivora capensis, native to Africa, Southwest Asia, and the Indian subcontinent, known for its fearlessness and toughness.

Example:
The honey badger is known for its aggressive defense against predators.
Despite its small size, the honey badger can take on much larger animals.
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