{ } n. [ From Wolf, with a dim suffix; prob. so called from its supposed wolfish qualities. ] 1. (Zool.) A carnivorous mammal (Gulo gulo formerly Gulo luscus), of the weasel family Mustelidae, about the size of a large badger; called also glutton and carcajou. It is a native of the northern parts of America, Europe, and Asia. [ 1913 Webster +PJC ]
2. A nickname for an inhabitant of Michigan. [ U. S. ] [ 1913 Webster ]