Definition

To dig into the ground using the nose, often referring to animals like pigs.

Example

The pig began to rootle in the dirt looking for food.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see that dog rootle around in the garden yesterday?

Yeah, it was so funny watching it dig for something!

I wonder what it was trying to find while it was rootleing.

Probably a buried toy or something tasty!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'rootle' originates from Old English 'rōtian', meaning to dig or to root. It describes the action of digging or searching for something, often in the ground.

Memory Tip

Think of 'digging' or 'searching' for something in the ground, which helps you remember that 'rootle' means to dig or search.

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