burrow
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/ˈbɜːroʊ/
🇬🇧
/ˈbʌrəʊ/
hole or tunnel
Etymology
Etymology Information
'burrow' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'borow,' where 'borow' meant 'a hole or tunnel.'
Historical Evolution
'borow' changed from the Old English word 'burh' and eventually became the modern English word 'burrow'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a fortified place,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a hole or tunnel dug by an animal.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42
