Definition

An animal that creates and lives in a hole underground.

Example

The rabbit is a common burrower found in many gardens.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a burrower in the wild?

No, but I've heard they can be pretty fascinating to watch.

Yeah, I read that they dig their own homes underground.

That sounds cool! I'd love to learn more about how they live.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Burrower → It is formed from "burrow" (from Old English *byrgan*, meaning to hide or shelter) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A burrower is a person or animal that hides or shelters in a burrow.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'hides' ('burrow') and the '-er' just means a person. A burrower is someone who hides in a burrow.

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