Langimage
English
X IconPostLine IconShare

rabbit

|rab/bit|

A1

/ˈræbɪt/

small mammal with long ears

Etymology
Etymology Information

'rabbit' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'rabet', where 'rabet' meant 'young rabbit'.

Historical Evolution

'rabet' changed from the Old French word 'rabet' and eventually became the modern English word 'rabbit'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'young rabbit', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a small mammal with long ears'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a small mammal with long ears, long hind legs, and a short tail, often kept as a pet or hunted for food.

The rabbit hopped across the garden.

Synonyms

bunnyhare

Verb 1

to hunt rabbits.

They went rabbiting in the countryside.

Synonyms

huntchase

Examples

Check in Movies
Check on YouTube
X IconCheck on X

Idioms

rabbit on

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35