Synonyms for
Foxes
Definition
Foxes are small, carnivorous mammals that are known for their bushy tails and pointed ears.
Synonyms & similar words
trick
playtricks
confound
dodger
playatrickon
flimflam
playajokeon
fob
befuddle
discombobulate
slyboots
bedevil
throw
georgefox
pullafastoneon
charlesjamesfox
confuse
fox
fuddle
canids
vulpes
reynards
tod
toddy
toddlers
toddlies
toddlings
toddlers
toddy
toddlies
toddlings
toddlers
toddlies
toddlings
toddlers
toddlies
toddlings
toddlers
toddlies
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- sly as a fox
- fox hunting
- fox terrier
- urban foxes
- red fox
- fox spirit
- fox pelt
- fox fur
Word family
Usage note
While 'fox' can refer to the animal, it is often used metaphorically to describe a cunning or sly person, particularly one who is sexually attractive or manipulative. The plural 'foxes' is sometimes used informally to refer to attractive women, though this can be considered dated or objectifying.
Example sentences
- The foxes are hunting for food.
- Foxes are known for their bushy tails.
- The foxes were hiding in the bushes.
- The foxes were playing in the field.
- The foxes were running through the forest.
Quotes
The foxes have holes and the birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay his head. - Jesus Christ
The foxes in the world have cleverness and intelligence, but they have no wisdom. - Debasish Mridha
I'd rather be a forest than a street. Yes, I would. If I could, I surely would. I'd rather feel the earth beneath my feet. Yes, I would. If I only could, I surely would. - Harry Fox