Variant of 'vermin', meaning small animal(s) considered pests and often not protected by game laws. They are not only small but very alert so that a hunter cannot get close. A "varmint rifle" is generally of small caliber (.22 - .25) but must be very accurate at 200-400 yards.

A variation of vermin. A wild or bird considered a pest, usually not covered by game regulations

any usually predatory wild animal considered undesirable; e.g. coyote

an irritating or obnoxious person