Martens are weasels. They're medium size, as far as weasels go. The smallest is the Least Weasel - only 8" long. How'd you like to have "least" as a first name?
The verb form of "weasel" entered our language back in the days lived close to nature and developed an understanding and - even if begrudged - an admiration for their animal neighbors. They were resigned to the never-ending search for ways to secure the chicken coop against weasels wanting those oh-so-tasty eggs. It seemed like they could weasel their way into anything!
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