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Definition of burrower

burrower

/ˈbɜːr.oʊ.ɚ/
bur · row · er
Plural:burrowers
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burrower Lexical Profile

burrower Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

An animal or organism that digs holes or tunnels in the ground, sand, or wood for shelter, nesting, or foraging.

Example

"The badger is an industrious burrower capable of excavating extensive underground tunnel networks."

2

A person who searches deeply, delves into records, or works as if digging beneath the surface.

Example

"As a dedicated historian, she was a relentless burrower into forgotten municipal archives."

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burrito
burro
burrow
burrower
burrowing asp
bursa
bursar

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Burrower. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/burrower
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