Hornbook definition, a leaf or page containing the alphabet, religious materials, etc., covered with a sheet of transparent horn and fixed in a frame with a handle, formerly used in teaching children to read. 2. a primer or book of rudiments. Origin of hornbook.
Least weasels are 6.5 to 8.5 inches long and about a quarter of that is the length of their little, short tail. So, these are really small creatures. Sleek, long and sleek, and chocolate brown on the back and tail in the summer and white on the chest and belly in the summer.
In the winter season of northern areas the long tailed weaselâs fur becomes white; sometimes a few yellow tints can also be observed. However, even in this phase its tail tends to retain the black tip. Weight: On an average, the males weigh about 225 grams; while females are around 102 grams in weight.