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Pet name for a rabbit since the early 1600s. Bunny is the diminutive of ‘bun’, an earlier dialectical word of unknown origin, now archaic, that meant ‘rabbit’. Since the mid-20th century, ‘bunny’ is also slang for an inexperienced or poor sports person.
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29 Μαρ 2024 · Throughout this blog post, we’ve explored the origins and usage of “bunny,” dived into popular expressions featuring this endearing word, delved into regional variations across Australia, discussed its social and cultural significance, and clarified common misconceptions.
The Online Etymology Dictionary says bun could have come from the French bon (which translates to “good”) or from a Scandinavian word.
28 Ιουλ 2024 · down = To be unhappy with someone; e.g. “He’s got a real down on him for smashing his car”; also rendered as a “downer”. Down Under = Australia; e.g. “I come from a land down under” (the phrase was used in the well-known song “Down Under”, sung by Men At Work).
28 Ιουν 2023 · Through this cultural shift, the popularity of Hugh Hefner's iconic Playboy brand soared, and the term "bunny" was born of the brand's well-known mascot (both in cartoon and human form)—the Playboy Bunny. The phrase referred to a woman who was considered sexy and alluring. When Playboy's popularity dwindled, so did the phrase.
2 Σεπ 2024 · What is some Australian slang? While Cockney slang has a certain rhyme and rhythm to it, Australian slang is more a form of abbreviation. Words like 'Yewy' - a shortened version of U-Turn, 'Smoko' - smoking break and 'You beauty' are all examples of abbreviated terms that have become commonly used.
