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mousy

/mɔɪzi/ adjective · British & US
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What does mousy mean?

adjective

Having a small mouse-like quality, often used to describe something that is timid or unobtrusive. Describing something that is faintly reminiscent of a mouse, such as a faint squeak or a small, furry creature.

Example

"The mousy voice of the singer was barely audible in the crowded room."

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