mongoose
Meaning: mongoose animal
Usage: Refers to the mongoose, an animal introduced to Hawaii to control rats, but which has become a pest itself. They are often seen as a nuisance.
"One mongoose just ran across da road"
"See dat mongoose run across da road?"
"Da mongoose, dey no good, yeah? Dey eat da eggs."
Origin: Introduced to Hawaii, the mongoose is now a part of the local ecosystem, and its presence is often lamented.
What does "mongoose" mean in Hawaiian Pidgin?
"mongoose" means "mongoose animal" in Hawaiian Pidgin. Refers to the mongoose, an animal introduced to Hawaii to control rats, but which has become a pest itself. They are often seen as a nuisance..
How do you pronounce "mongoose"?
"mongoose" is pronounced "MON-goose". Click the "Hear Pronunciation" button above to listen!
How do you use "mongoose" in a sentence?
Example: "One mongoose just ran across da road"
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