Mountain Hare

B1 8+

Pronunciation: /ˈmaʊntən hɛr/

Definitions of mountain hare

noun a small hare found in the mountainous regions of Europe, Asia, and North America

Example Sentences

A1 The mountain hare is a type of rabbit that lives in cold climates.

A2 Mountain hares change the color of their fur to blend in with the snow during winter.

B1 The mountain hare is known for its ability to run at high speeds to escape predators.

B2 Researchers are studying the population dynamics of mountain hares in different regions.

C1 Conservation efforts are being made to protect the habitat of mountain hares in the wild.

C2 Photographers often travel to remote areas to capture stunning images of mountain hares in their natural environment.

Examples of mountain hare in a Sentence

formal The mountain hare is a species of hare that is native to the mountainous regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.

informal I saw a cute mountain hare hopping around in the snow while I was hiking in the mountains.

slang Check out that fluffy mountain hare chilling on the rocks over there!

figurative The mountain hare symbolizes resilience and adaptability in the face of harsh environments.

Grammatical Forms of mountain hare

plural

mountain hares

comparative

more mountain hare

superlative

most mountain hare

present tense

mountain hare

future tense

will mountain hare

perfect tense

has mountain hared

continuous tense

is mountain haring

singular

mountain hare

positive degree

mountain hare

infinitive

to mountain hare

gerund

mountain haring

participle

mountain hared

Origin and Evolution of mountain hare

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The term 'mountain hare' originated from the Middle English word 'hār' which referred to a rabbit or hare.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'mountain hare' became specifically associated with the species of hare found in mountainous regions, distinguishing it from other types of hares or rabbits.