兎 — meaning in English

English meaning

• hare noun A fast-running, long-eared mammal related to the rabbit but generally larger, with longer legs.
• rabbit noun A small, long-eared mammal known for its fast breeding and hopping movement.

Senses

兎 is used for these senses in English:

• hare (uncountable) The meat from this animal.
• rabbit A mammal of most genera of the family Leporidae, with long ears, long hind legs and a short, fluffy tail.

hare — full definition

1. noun A fast-running, long-eared mammal related to the rabbit but generally larger, with longer legs.
2. verb To move very quickly, especially by running.

rabbit — full definition

1. noun A small, long-eared mammal known for its fast breeding and hopping movement.
2. noun A runner in a race whose job is to set a fast early pace for a teammate or rival, without trying to win themselves.
3. verb To talk on and on, often about nothing important.

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