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burrow

[ˈbʌrəʊ]

burrow Definition

  • 1a hole or tunnel dug by a small animal, especially a rabbit, as a dwelling
  • 2to make a hole or tunnel, especially for habitation

Using burrow: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "burrow" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The rabbit burrowed into the ground to escape the predator.

  • Example

    The fox burrowed under the fence to get into the chicken coop.

  • Example

    The mole burrows through the soil to find food.

burrow Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for burrow

Phrases with burrow

  • to settle down comfortably and securely in a place

    Example

    She burrowed in for the night, wrapped up in a warm blanket.

  • to dig a hole or tunnel out of something

    Example

    The prisoners burrowed out of their cell using a spoon.

  • a bizarre, confusing, or nonsensical situation or environment

    Example

    I fell down a rabbit hole of conspiracy theories on the internet.

Origins of burrow

from Old English 'byrgen', meaning 'a hiding place'

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Summary: burrow in Brief

A 'burrow' [ˈbʌrəʊ] is a hole or tunnel dug by small animals like rabbits for habitation. It can also mean to dig such a hole. Examples include 'The rabbit burrowed into the ground to escape the predator.' and 'The mole burrows through the soil to find food.' Phrases include 'burrow in,' meaning to settle down comfortably, and 'rabbit hole,' meaning a bizarre or confusing situation.