Burroughs, William
Burroughs, William

burrow


Definition: Meaning of, burrow in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈbʌrəʊ /

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Prsesent Past Past Participle
burrow burrowed burrowed
Present Participle Third Person Singular
burrowing burrows
  1. [intransitive always + adverb/preposition, transitive] to make a hole or passage in the ground [=  dig down]
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  2. [intransitive,transitive always + adverb/preposition] to press your body close to someone or under something because you want to get warm or feel safe [=  nestle]
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  3. [intransitive always + adverb/preposition] to search for something that is hidden in a container or under other things [=  rummage]
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Singular Plural
burrow burrows
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  1. a passage in the ground made by an animal such as a rabbit or FOX as a place to live
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burrow used in phrases

  • rabbit burrow (noun)
    1. a hole in the ground as a nest made by wild rabbits
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