Definition of Burrow

1. Noun. A hole made by an animal, usually for shelter.

Exact synonyms: Tunnel
Generic synonyms: Hole, Hollow
Specialized synonyms: Rabbit Warren, Warren
Derivative terms: Tunnel

2. Verb. Move through by or as by digging. "Burrow through the forest"
Exact synonyms: Tunnel
Generic synonyms: Cut Into, Delve, Dig, Turn Over
Derivative terms: Tunnel

Definition of Burrow

1. n. An incorporated town. See 1st Borough.

2. 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.

Definition of Burrow

1. to dig a hole or tunnel in the ground [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Medical Definition of Burrow

1. 1. An incorporated town. See 1st Borough. 2. A shelter; especially. A hole in the ground made by certain animals, as rabbits, for shelter and habitation. 3. A heap or heaps of rubbish or refuse. 4. A mound. See Barrow, and Camp. See: 1st Borough. 1. To excavate a hole to lodge in, as in the earth; to lodge in a hole excavated in the earth, as conies or rabbits. 2. To lodge, or take refuge, in any deep or concealed place; to hide. "Sir, this vermin of court reporters, when they are forced into day upon one point, are sure to burrow in another. " (Burke) Burrowing owl, a small owl of the western part of North America (Speotyto cunicularia), which lives in holes, often in company with the prairie dog. Origin: Burrowed; Burrowing. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Burrow

Burrhus Frederic Skinner
burrier
burriest
Burrill Bernard Crohn
burring
burring machine
burrito
burritos
burrlike
burro
burro
burrock
burros
Burroughs
burrow (current term)
burrow (current term)
burrowed
burrower
burrowers
burrowing
burrowing hairs
burrows
burro deer
burrs
burrstone
burrstones
burry
burr cell
burr drill
burr marigold

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