burrow (Meaning)
burrow (n)
a hole made by an animal, usually for shelter
burrow (v)
move through by or as by digging
burrow (n.)
An incorporated town. See 1st Borough.
A shelter; esp. a hole in the ground made by certain animals, as rabbits, for shelter and habitation.
A heap or heaps of rubbish or refuse.
A mound. See 3d Barrow, and Camp, n., 5.
burrow (v. i.)
To excavate a hole to lodge in, as in the earth; to lodge in a hole excavated in the earth, as conies or rabbits.
To lodge, or take refuge, in any deep or concealed place; to hide.
Synonyms & Antonyms of burrow
burrow Sentence Examples
- The rabbit dug a cozy burrow beneath the roots of the old oak tree.
- The fox darted into its burrow, seeking refuge from the approaching storm.
- With nimble paws, the squirrel excavated a burrow in the soft earth to store its winter supplies.
- The meerkats diligently stood guard outside their burrow, scanning the horizon for signs of danger.
- The badger's burrow extended deep into the earth, providing a safe haven for its family.
- The researchers carefully approached the burrow, hoping to catch a glimpse of the elusive creature that inhabited it.
- The groundhog emerged from its burrow, signaling the arrival of spring.
- The burrowing owl peered out from its burrow, surveying the surrounding grasslands for potential prey.
- The mole's intricate network of burrows crisscrossed beneath the garden, much to the frustration of the gardener.
- The tortoise retreated into its burrow, seeking respite from the scorching sun.
FAQs About the word burrow
a hole made by an animal, usually for shelter, move through by or as by diggingAn incorporated town. See 1st Borough., A shelter; esp. a hole in the ground made
nest, den, house, lair, hole,lodge,territory
fill (in),fill (in),,smooth (out or over), smooth (out or over)
The rabbit dug a cozy burrow beneath the roots of the old oak tree.
The fox darted into its burrow, seeking refuge from the approaching storm.
With nimble paws, the squirrel excavated a burrow in the soft earth to store its winter supplies.
The meerkats diligently stood guard outside their burrow, scanning the horizon for signs of danger.