kolinsky
/kəˈlɪnski/
noun
- A small, weasel-like mammal (Mustela sibirica) found in Asia, whose fur is used to make high-quality paintbrushes.
- She bought a kolinsky brush for her detailed miniature work.
- The kolinsky is native to parts of Siberia and China.
- Artists prefer kolinsky brushes for watercolor painting because they hold a fine point.