bunny

noun

bun·​ny ˈbə-nē How to pronounce bunny (audio)
plural bunnies
1
informal : rabbit
especially : a young rabbit
2
dated, informal : an attractive young woman
3
basketball, informal : an easy shot (such as a layup) taken close to the basket
He missed a handful of bunnies around the basket.Jeff Greer

Examples of bunny in a Sentence

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Hailey gave a glimpse into her Easter celebration with a picture of her holding baby Jack and another zoomed into his outfit — a bright yellow onesie featuring a blue bunny. Kayla Grant, People.com, 24 June 2025 Offerings include a four-day film festival showcasing thematic documentaries and short films; wellness events like yoga with bunnies and beer; and numerous concerts. Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 12 June 2025 The first photo in Song's post featured her and her fiancé wearing bunny ears at an outdoor get-together, cuddling close for a selfie. Jen Juneau, People.com, 18 June 2025 Rabbits naturally avoid the smell of predators, so while my cat is a strictly indoor gal, the scent of her fur is enough to ward off bunnies. Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for bunny

Word History

Etymology

English dialect bun rabbit

First Known Use

circa 1699, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of bunny was circa 1699

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“Bunny.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bunny. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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bunny

noun
bun·​ny ˈbən-ē How to pronounce bunny (audio)
plural bunnies
informal
: rabbit

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