Mice Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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mice

[maɪs ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Noun}

small animals

Plural form of mouse, a small rodent with a pointed snout and long tail, often considered a pest in households.

Synonyms

pest, rodent, vermin.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
mice	Generally used to describe the small, common household or field animals, often in a neutral context. I saw a couple of mice running across the kitchen floor. We keep a few mice as pets.
rodent	A scientific term used to describe a group of animals including mice, rats, squirrels, etc. Often used in a neutral or academic context. Mice are small rodents that live in a variety of environments. We are studying the behavior of different rodents.
vermin	Used to describe undesirable animals or insects, particularly those that carry diseases, very negative connotation. The city is trying to get rid of the vermin infesting the old buildings. Vermin like rats and cockroaches can be a health hazard.
pest	Used to describe an animal or insect that is causing problems, often used in a negative sense. The mice in the attic are becoming a real pest. We need to call an exterminator; these pests are everywhere.

Examples of usage

There were mice running around in the attic.
The cat caught a mouse in the garden.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

computer technology

A device used to move the cursor on a computer screen.

Synonyms

pointing device, trackball.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
mice	Capitalized form, typically used when 'MICE' is an acronym for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions in the business context. The MICE industry is crucial for the global economy. She works in a company that specializes in MICE events.
pointing device	A general term for any input device used to interact with a computer or screen by moving a cursor. A mouse is a common type of pointing device. Advanced pointing devices can track motion and gestures.
trackball	A specific type of pointing device that uses a ball to detect motion, commonly used in specialized industries or by individuals with certain physical limitations. Graphic designers sometimes prefer using a trackball for precision. He switched to a trackball to reduce wrist strain.

Word

Description / Examples

mice

Capitalized form, typically used when 'MICE' is an acronym for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions in the business context.

The MICE industry is crucial for the global economy.
She works in a company that specializes in MICE events.

pointing device

A general term for any input device used to interact with a computer or screen by moving a cursor.

A mouse is a common type of pointing device.
Advanced pointing devices can track motion and gestures.

trackball

A specific type of pointing device that uses a ball to detect motion, commonly used in specialized industries or by individuals with certain physical limitations.

Graphic designers sometimes prefer using a trackball for precision.
He switched to a trackball to reduce wrist strain.

Examples of usage

I prefer using a mouse over a touchpad.
She clicked the mouse to open the document.

Translations

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Origin of 'mice'

The word 'mice' is the plural form of the word 'mouse', which originated from the Old English word 'mus'. The term has been used to refer to small rodents for centuries, while in the context of computer technology, the term 'mouse' was first used in the 1960s to describe the device used to control the cursor on a screen.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,107, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.

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