also: スコンク
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Only with reading スカンク
Refers to the mammal known for its defensive odor.
スカンクは危険を感じると強い臭いを放つ。
Skunks release a strong odor when they feel threatened.
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Used in games to mean preventing an opponent from scoring any points; the variant スコンク is especially associated with this sense.
昨日の試合はスカンクで終わった。
Yesterday's game ended in a skunk.