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

China entered the ranch mink business four or five years ago.

From Seattle Times

That yearning is filled with ranch mink.

From Seattle Times

China entered the ranch mink business four or five years ago.

From Washington Times