# skunks

Pronunciation: say "SKUNGKS" /skʌŋks/

## Noun

1. Plural of skunk. *(US)* — plural of skunk
   - Simple: Plural of skunk. Use this when talking about more than one of the animal.
   - _Skunks spray a foul-smelling liquid when they feel cornered._
   - _The campers spotted several skunks rummaging near the trash cans._

## Verb

2. Third-person singular simple present of skunk. *(US)* — third-person singular simple present indicative of skunk
   - Simple: Third-person singular simple present of skunk. Use it with he, she, it, or a singular noun. It means beating someone badly.
   - _The champion routinely skunks challengers who underestimate her._
   - _Their goalie skunks the visiting team whenever the defense holds firm._

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