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mice

[maɪs]

mice Definition

  • 1a small rodent with pointed ears, a pointed snout, and a long tail
  • 2a device connected to a computer that is moved by hand to control the movement of a cursor on the screen

Using mice: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mice" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The house was infested with mice.

  • Example

    She uses a wireless mouse with her laptop.

  • Example

    He caught the mouse in a trap.

mice Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mice

Phrases with mice

  • very quiet or silent

    Example

    The baby was sleeping soundly, so we had to be as quiet as a mouse.

  • play cat and mouse

    to play with someone or something in a way that is cruel or dangerous, often before defeating them completely

    Example

    The police played cat and mouse with the criminals before finally catching them.

  • when the cat's away, the mice will play

    people will often take advantage of the absence of authority to do as they please

    Example

    The boss is out of town, so the employees are taking a long lunch break. When the cat's away, the mice will play.

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Summary: mice in Brief

The term 'mice' [maɪs] refers to a small rodent with pointed ears, a pointed snout, and a long tail. It can also refer to a device used to control the movement of a cursor on a computer screen. 'Mice' appears in phrases like 'as quiet as a mouse,' meaning very quiet, and 'when the cat's away, the mice will play,' implying people will take advantage of the absence of authority.