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cottontail

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Cottontail (noun) means a wild rabbit belonging to one of several closely related species.

noun

1

A wild rabbit belonging to one of several closely related species.

2

(informal) Someone whose bottom is noticeably paler than the rest of their sunburnt body.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed from cotton and tail.

Rhymes for cottontail

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What is the meaning of cottontail?

"cottontail" (noun) means a wild rabbit belonging to one of several closely related species.

What are the different meanings of cottontail?

"cottontail" has 2 main meanings: 1. A wild rabbit belonging to one of several closely related species; 2. (informal) Someone whose bottom is noticeably paler than the rest of their sunburnt body.

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