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fox
The fox is an animal well known for its intelligence and for its abilities as a hunter. It resembles a small dog, except that it has a very large tail and a long, pointy nose. Words associated with this animal are sly, crafty, and clever. You can use the word "fox" to describe a person.
When the word "outfox" is used as a verb, it means that a person tries to outsmart or be smarter than someone.
The words "foxy" and "fox" became popular in the 1970s and 1980s when describing an attractive person.
There are a few cultural events that are worth mentioning because they include the word "fox." – Jimi Hendrix released "Foxy Lady" in 1967 and it became one of his biggest hits. This song still gets a lot of airplay. – More recently, the group Ylvis gained quick popularity with "What does the Fox say?" – Firefox is a popular browser used for navigating the internet. – In the United States, The Fox Network is one of the largest producers of television news and entertainment. It’s affiliated with Twentieth Century Fox (now Twenty-first Century Fox), which was once a famous movie studio. The Fox Network produces The Simpsons. Click here to learn more words.
This page was first published on February 6, 2014.
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