Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tanuki
Noun
tah-noo-key
Definition
A tanuki is a Japanese raccoon dog known for its playful nature and mythical significance in Japanese folklore.
Examples
- The tanuki is often depicted as a shape-shifter in Japanese stories.
- In Japan, you might see statues of tanuki outside shops as a symbol of prosperity.
- The tanuki is known for its distinctive facial markings and bushy tail.
Meaning
The term ‘tanuki’ refers to both the animal and its cultural representation in various stories and art.
Synonyms
- Raccoon dog
- Japanese raccoon dog
- Nyctereutes procyonoides
