noun
bunny
BUHN-ee/ˈbʌni/
An affectionate term for a rabbit.
The small bunny sits with upright ears and a round, fluffy tail.
Etymology
Bun was a pet name for a rabbit and earlier for a squirrel. The diminutive ending adds affection, helping explain why bunny is especially natural for a small or young rabbit.
In context
welcome back to check out this jaguar jaguar oh oh ooh ouchy ouchy algae i will not be buying this today wow look at this oh there's a bunny rabbit bunny rabbits underneath the jaguar hey little bun bun
More examples
- The children watched two bunnies hop across the lawn.
- The toddler hugged her stuffed bunny.
- He dressed as a bunny for the spring parade.
Forms
bunny · bunnies
Similar words
- rabbit
- The neutral animal name, while bunny is affectionate or playful.