fox
n. countablen. a wild animal that looks like a small dog with a long, thick tail and red or brown fur. They are known for being very clever and good at hiding.
n. a carnivorous mammal of the family Canidae, typically smaller than a wolf and characterized by a pointed muzzle and bushy tail. Often used metaphorically to describe a person perceived as cunning or crafty.
A red fox ran across the road into the woods.
The farmer built a stronger fence to keep the fox away from the chickens at night.
Urban foxes have become increasingly common in major cities, where they have adapted to scavenging for food in residential gardens and parks under the cover of darkness.
The plural form is 'foxes'. When referring to the fur as a material, it can function as an uncountable noun.