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jackrabbit

/ˈdʒækˌræb.ɪt/

2 entries

noun

B1formalamerican/ˈdʒækˌræb.ɪt/

A large hare native to western North America, known for its long ears and powerful hind legs.

  • 🇷🇺Крупный заяц, обитающий в западной части Северной Америки, известный своими длинными ушами и мощными задними лапами.
  1. Large hare of western North America B2 formal american

    A large hare found in western North America, known for its long ears and powerful hind legs, which allow it to run very fast.

    • The jackrabbit darted across the open field.
    • We spotted a jackrabbit near the desert trail.
    • Its long ears help the jackrabbit detect predators.

    🇷🇺Большой заяц западной части Северной Америки

  • jackrabbits plural form
  • jackrabbits' possessive plural form
  • jackrabbit's possessive singular form

verb

C1formalamerican/ˈdʒækˌræb.ɪt/

A verb meaning to move or jump suddenly and quickly, like a jackrabbit; often used in informal contexts to describe a sudden start or acceleration.

  • 🇷🇺Глагол, означающий двигаться или прыгать внезапно и быстро, как заяц; часто используется в неформальных контекстах для описания внезапного старта или ускорения.
  1. Start or move suddenly and quickly B2 informal american

    To begin moving or accelerate abruptly, often with a jerky or rapid motion.

    • The car jackrabbited away from the stoplight.
    • He jackrabbited out of his seat when the bell rang.
    • The horse jackrabbited forward at the sound of the gun.

    🇷🇺Резко стартовать

    Synonyms: boltbounddartdashjerkleaplurchshootspringsprint

  • jackrabbited past participle
  • jackrabbited past simple
  • jackrabbiting present participle
  • jackrabbits third person singular