jackrabbit的词源

英文词源

jackrabbit (n.)

1863, American English, shortening of jackass-rabbit (1851), so called for its long ears. Proverbial for bursts of speed (up to 45 mph).

中文词源

jackrabbit：杰克兔

jack,缩写自jackass,公驴，rabbit,兔子。因这种兔子耳朵较长而得名。

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