skunk

(skŭngk)

1. a. Any of several small, mostly carnivorous New World mammals of the genus Mephitis and related genera, having a bushy tail and black fur with white markings and ejecting a foul-smelling oily liquid from glands near the anus when frightened or in danger. Also called polecat.
   b. The glossy black and white fur of this mammal.
2. Slang
   a. A person regarded as obnoxious or despicable.
   b. A person whose company is avoided.

1. To defeat overwhelmingly, especially by keeping from scoring.
2. a. To cheat (someone).
   b. To fail to pay (an amount due).