Middle English

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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From Old English hrēremūs, hrērmūs; equivalent to reren (to rile) +‎ mous.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈreːr(ə)muːs/, /ˈreːmuːs/

Noun

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reremous (plural reremys)

  1. bat (flying mammal)

Descendants

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  • English: reremouse

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