Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mou
noun
/mu:/
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Definition
A dialectal variation of “mou” which refers to a mouse, often used in specific regional contexts.
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Examples
- In his story, he described a tiny mou scurrying across the floor.
- The kids watched as the mou peeked out from behind the old box.
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Meaning
In certain dialects, the term “mou” can be an informal or humorous reference to a small rodent, usually a mouse. It may also be used to denote something small or insignificant.
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Synonyms
- mouse
- rodent
- vermin