mouse around
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To mouse, to move cautiously or furtively, in the manner of the rodent.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To look around the Internet.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “mouse around” mean?
To mouse, to move cautiously or furtively, in the manner of the rodent.
Is “mouse around” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.