Miffy

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A small rabbit character in children's books by Dutch artist Dick Bruna

proper noun

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Miffy is a beloved character who has appeared in many children's books since the 1950s.

Examples

In the illustrations, Miffy is often seen hopping through fields of flowers.
What is Miffy's country of origin?
Children love to read stories about Miffy and her adventures with her friends.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Miffy is the English name for a small female rabbit character created by Dutch artist Dick Bruna. It comes from the original Dutch name Nijntje, short for konijntje which means 'little rabbit', so Miffy keeps the idea of a small, gentle rabbit.