Burrowed Meaning in English
word · lemma: burrow
Definition
Moved by digging, usually underground, like an animal making a tunnel to hide or live. It can also mean moving quickly into a place or under something by squeezing in.
Usage & Nuances
Often used to describe animal behavior (like rabbits or moles), but also used metaphorically for people squeezing into small spaces. Usually past tense; pairs with 'into' and 'under' (e.g., 'burrowed into the blanket'). Rarely used in casual speech for humans.
Example Sentences
The rabbit burrowed into the ground to hide.
basic
The mouse burrowed under the snow.
basic
He burrowed a tunnel to keep warm.
basic
She burrowed under the blankets when the thunder started.
natural
The children burrowed into the big pile of leaves, laughing.
natural
He burrowed deeper into his coat to escape the cold wind.
natural