\Tel"e*du\, n. (Zo["o]l.)
An East Indian carnivore ({Mydaus meliceps}) allied to the
badger, and noted for the very offensive odor that it emits,
somewhat resembling that of a skunk. It is a native of the
high mountains of Java and Sumatra, and has long, silky fur.
Called also {stinking badger}, and {stinkard}.