Synonyms for

Raccoon

Verb / ræˈku:n / Another word for raccoon — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a medium-sized omnivorous mammal native to North America, recognizable by its distinctive black mask and ringed tail

Synonyms & similar words

racoon coon bandit ringtail robber burglar thief outlaw criminal felon lawbreaker delinquent malefactor wrongdoer culprit perpetrator

Synonyms by register

Informal

ringtail trash panda

Literary

masked bandit

Common collocations

  • raccoon dog
  • raccoon coat
  • raccoon eyes
  • raccoon population
  • raccoon tracks
  • raccoon fur
  • raccoon infestation

Word family

noun raccoon

Usage note

Raccoon is a specific animal name and does not have direct antonyms. 'Trash panda' is a common, informal, and somewhat humorous term.

Example sentences

  1. The raccoon climbed up the tree to get to the birdhouse.
  2. My dog chased a raccoon out of the yard.
  3. I saw a family of raccoons near the river.
  4. The raccoon's black mask makes it look like a bandit.
  5. Raccoons are nocturnal animals.

Quotes

  • 'The raccoon is a kind of bear, isn't it?' asked Pooh. 'No, silly,' said Christopher Robin. 'It's a kind of animal that's a little bit like a bear, and a little bit like a dog, and a little bit like a cat.'
  • The raccoon is one of the most cunning and sly creatures of the forest.
  • The raccoon is a nocturnal creature that is both cute and clever.

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