n.
(pl. mice)
- a small rodent that typically has a pointed snout, relatively large ears and eyes, and a long tail.
[Many species, especially in the family Muridae.]
- a timid and quiet person.
(pl. also mouses)
a small hand-held device which is moved across a flat surface to move the cursor on a computer screen.- a dull light brown colour.
- informal a lump or bruise on or near the eye.
v.
- hunt for or catch mice.
- use a mouse to move a cursor on a computer screen.
Derivative
Etymology
OE mūs, (pl.) mȳs, of Gmc origin.