ranch mink

noun

1. a semiaquatic mink, Mustela vision, raised commercially for its fur.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ranch mink¹

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

“My husband got me a ranch mink stroller” — a coat that falls near the knee — “and I had it remodeled into a jacket because I wear my fur,” said widow Virginia Higgins-Bland, 81.

From Los Angeles Times

Gomberg stayed, wandering the aisles with her champagne in one hand and ever more exotic furs in the other: ranch mink, sable, rex rabbit with chinchilla fur trim.

From Los Angeles Times

It was from Bergdorf Goodman: $20 for cleaning her ranch mink coat, $7.50 for cleaning her ranch mink hat.

From New York Times

Using the early 20th century Chinese opera, “The White Haired Girl” as inspiration, he presented 30 looks which incorporated rich colors such as sapphire and emerald, luxurious fabrics such as ranch mink and intricate detailing like silk ribbon embroidery.

From New York Times

When it was all over, the people wearing ranch mink coats and silk suits got up from reserved seats and left the stadium.

From Time Magazine Archive