Definition

Having qualities or features similar to those of a hare, such as being quick or having long ears.

Example

The animal moved in a harelike manner, darting quickly across the field.

Conversation

Did you see that animal in the park?

Yeah, it looked so harelike with those long ears and fast movements.

I thought it was a rabbit at first!

Same here! It was so cute and quick.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Harelike → It is formed from "hare" (from Old English "hara", meaning a type of rabbit) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "harelike" means resembling or similar to a hare.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'hare' as a type of rabbit, and remember that 'harelike' describes something that resembles a hare.

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