Mouse Definition

mouse
noun
  1. any of numerous small rodents typically resembling diminutive rats having pointed snouts and small ears on elongated bodies with slender usually hairless tails
  2. a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye
  3. person who is quiet or timid
  4. a hand-operated electronic device that controls the coordinates of a cursor on your computer screen as you move it around on a pad; on the bottom of the device is a ball that rolls on the surface of the pad; "a mouse takes much more room than a trackball"
verb
  1. to go stealthily or furtively; "..stead of sneaking around spying on the neighbor's house"
  2. manipulate the mouse of a computer

"Mouse" in song lyrics

See how mouse is used in real songs:

  • "You wanna play cat and mouse"
    2 Live Crew — C'mon Babe
  • "I'm in this house, it's best to keep it quiet mouse"
    Dan the Automator f/ Kool Keith — I Want Da Mic
  • "Put a stick in the mouth, and I might go as quiet as a mouse"
    Bizzy Bone — Seeing Things

Usage tips for "mouse"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "mouse" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for mouse to find words that pair well.

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