Definitions

1. noun

a type of long, thin, silky hair or fur, especially that of a rabbit or squirrel

“The artist used the soft miniver of the rabbit to create a beautiful painting.”

2. noun

a type of fur, especially that of a rabbit or squirrel, highly valued in the Middle Ages for trimmings and decoration

“The medieval cloak was trimmed with expensive miniver.”

3. proper noun

a legendary king of England, remembered for his wisdom and justice, who was said to have ruled during the 11th century

“According to legend, King Miniver was a just ruler who brought peace to England.”