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Definition burrow in British English

burrow verb

[intransitive] verb
/ˈbʌrəʊ/
1

to make a hole or tunnel in the ground

Example

The dog burrowed into the earth, looking for the bone.

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dig out dig up dig
1.1

an animal that burrows digs a hole or tunnel in the ground to live in

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beach bite bite
2

to push your hands or part of your body into or under something

Example

He burrowed under the duvet.

Synonyms and related words
balance bear yourself bend
Definition burrow in British English