burrows

Meanings

• noun

  A hole or tunnel made by an animal in the ground.

  - "The fox made its den in a burrow."
  - "The rabbit's burrow was located near the river."

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Synonyms

tumulus , handcart , pushcart , trolley

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with burrows
owes , rows , shows

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Variants

List of all variants of burrows that leads to same result
burrow , burrowed , burrower , burrowers , burrowing , burrows

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Etymology

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Old English 'burh' meaning fortified place or town, and 'hol' meaning hole.

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Trivia

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1. Burrows can be found in various environments, including deserts, forests, and grasslands.

2. Some animals, such as prairie dogs, live in communal burrows called towns or colonies.

3. Burrows can provide protection from predators and extreme weather conditions.

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Related Concepts

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1. Den: A burrow is often referred to as a den, which is a shelter or home for an animal.

2. Nest: Both burrows and nests are types of animal shelters, but nests are typically above ground and made of various materials.

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Culture

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Burrows have been a significant part of literature, particularly in works that feature animal characters, such as 'The Wind in the Willows' and 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit'.

How to Memorize "burrows"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small animal digging a hole in the ground with its paws or snout.
   - Visualize the entrance to the burrow, which is often covered with grass or dirt.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'burrow' with animals such as rabbits, foxes, and badgers, which are known for digging burrows.
   - Associate the word with the ground, as burrows are typically located in the ground.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Burrows Begin Below Ground' to help remember the meaning of the word.
   - Create a mental image of a burrow and the animal that lives there to help remember the definition.

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