Coney: meaning, definitions and examples
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coney
[ หkoสni ]
animal type
A coney is a small, burrowing rabbit or hare, specifically the European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus). This term is often used in historical or literary contexts. Conies are typically found in diverse habitats, including forests and grasslands. They are social animals that live in groups called colonies and are known for their quick movements and ability to dig extensive burrow systems.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The coney quickly darted into its burrow.
- In ancient texts, a coney was often mentioned as a delicacy.
- Rabbits, or coneys, are popular pets in many households.
Translations
Translations of the word "coney" in other languages:
๐ต๐น coelho
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคจเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Hasen
๐ฎ๐ฉ kelinci
๐บ๐ฆ ะบัะพะปะธะบ
๐ต๐ฑ zajฤ c
๐ฏ๐ต ใฆใตใฎ
๐ซ๐ท lapin
๐ช๐ธ conejo
๐น๐ท tavลan
๐ฐ๐ท ํ ๋ผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃุฑูุจ
๐จ๐ฟ krรกlรญk
๐ธ๐ฐ zajac
๐จ๐ณ ๅ ๅญ
๐ธ๐ฎ zajec
๐ฎ๐ธ kanรญna
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะพัะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแ แแฆแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ dovลan
๐ฒ๐ฝ conejo
Etymology
The word 'coney' originates from the Latin word 'cuniculus', which means rabbit or hare. This Latin term was adapted into Old French as 'conil', and eventually made its way into Middle English as 'coney', referring specifically to rabbits. The word has also been linked to various historical documents and tales, where it was sometimes used to describe different species of rabbits and hares. Over time, the word's usage has diminished in favor of more common terms like 'rabbit'. The coney, especially in terms of culinary references, was popular in medieval England and appeared in various recipes of the time. Its etymology reflects a broader history of animal domestication and human interaction with wild species.