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Meaning of rabbit
The primary meaning of the word "rabbit" refers to a small mammal that belongs to the family Leporidae, characterized by its long ears, powerful hind legs, and distinctive hopping gait.
Etymology of rabbit
The word "rabbit" has its roots in the Old French word "rabbot" or "conin," which referred to a coney or a rabbit.
The term "coney" is derived from the Old French word "conil," which is itself derived from the Latin word "cuniculus," meaning rabbit.
The word "rabbit" has been used in the English language since the 14th century to refer to the small mammal.
Synonyms
hare
bunny
coney
leveret
burrower
rodent
mammal
creature
animal
beast
brute
varmint
pest
rodentia
lagomorph
bunny rabbit
cottontail
jackrabbit
snowshoe hare
arctic hare
european rabbit
pet
companion
furry friend
little creature
small mammal
cute animal
adorable beast
tiny creature
little beast
small animal
furry animal
cute creature
little furry friend
Definitions
- A small, fast-moving mammal with long ears and powerful hind legs, often kept as a pet or hunted for its meat and fur.
- A term used to refer to a person who is perceived as timid or cowardly.
- In sports, a rabbit can refer to a pace-setter or a competitor who sets a fast pace for others to follow.
Usage Examples
- The little girl loved her pet rabbit and took care of it every day.
- The rabbit hopped quickly across the field, its long ears flapping in the wind.
- The athlete used a rabbit to set a fast pace for the first few miles of the marathon.