Meaning of bunny in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈbəni/

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  1. Noun

    bunny

    Etymology

    early 17th century (originally used as a term of endearment to a person, later as a pet name for a rabbit): from dialect bun ‘squirrel, rabbit’, also used as a term of endearment, of unknown origin. bunny (sense 2 of the noun) dates from the early 20th century

    Definitions

    1. a young waitress in a night club whose costume includes a rabbit-tail and ears
  2. 2. (usually informal) especially a young rabbit

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