mice
word
Definition
Mice are small rodents with pointed noses, long tails, and round ears. "Mice" is the plural form of "mouse," and it can also mean computer devices used to control a cursor.
Usage & Nuances
This is an irregular plural: one "mouse," two "mice," not "mouses" for the animal. In technology, both "mice" and "mouses" may be heard for the computer device, but "mice" is still very common. Common collocations include "field mice," "pet mice," and "computer mice."
Example Sentences
The mice are under the table.
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We saw two mice in the kitchen.
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These mice are for the new computers.
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The old house had mice in the walls, which totally freaked me out.
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Office life means dealing with tangled cables and missing mice.
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If you leave food out, you'll end up with mice sooner or later.
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