rabbit ears
The term "rabbit ears" can refer to a television antenna, an electrician's tool, a feature of rabbit behavior, or an idiomatic expression.
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Definition
B2Television
(technical)An indoor antenna with two extendable rods used to receive broadcast signals.
Example
- He adjusted the rabbit ears to get a clearer picture on the TV.
C1Electrical Work
(slang, technical)A versatile tool used by electricians for tasks like cutting, stripping wire, and crimping connectors.
Example
- The electrician used his rabbit ears to strip the wire before connecting it.
B1Animal Behavior
(common)The ears of a rabbit, whose positions and movements indicate its emotions.
Example
- The rabbit's ears were upright, showing it was alert.
C1Idioms
(informal)Excessive sensitivity to criticism or teasing.
Example
- He's got rabbit ears and can't take a joke.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "rabbit ears":
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