Definition of mouser
:a catcher of mice and rats;
especially
:a cat proficient at mousing
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The researchers even found evidence of these human-loving cats at the Viking port of Ralswiek on the Baltic Sea, says Geigl, and the Iranian port of Siraf, confirming that the faithful mousers commonly joined sailing crews.
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The only member of the household on Downing Street to be spared the indignity of one of the fastest political transitions in recent memory will be Larry the Cat, a tabby who holds the title of chief mouser to the cabinet office.
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First Known Use of mouser
15th century
MOUSER Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of mouser for English Language Learners
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: a cat that is good at catching mice
MOUSER Defined for Kids
mouser
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mous·er
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Definition of mouser for Students
:a cat good at catching mice
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