■ noun ( plural mice )
1》 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.]
2》 a timid and quiet person.
3》 ( plural also ~s ) a small hand-held device which is moved across a flat surface to move the cursor on a computer screen.
4》 a dull light brown colour.
5》 informal a lump or bruise on or near the eye.
■ verb
1》 hunt for or catch mice.
2》 informal use a ~ to move a cursor on a computer screen.
Derivatives
~r noun
Origin
OE mūs , (plural) mȳs , of Gmc origin.