Meaning of the word marten in English

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marten

US /ˈmɑːr.tən/
UK /ˈmɑːr.tən/
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Noun

1.

a slender carnivorous mammal of the weasel family, with a coat of soft, valuable fur, found in northern forests.

Example:
The trapper caught a valuable marten.
Martens are known for their agility in trees.
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