Burrower
/ˈbɜː.roʊ.ər/noun
An animal or object that digs a burrow or hole in the ground.
Did you know?The act of burrowing has been historically linked to ancient beliefs about creatures connecting the surface world with the underworld, symbolizing transformation and hidden knowledge.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*bher-
“to carry, to bring forth, to dig”
Old English
Old English
byrgan
“to hide, to shelter, to dig”
Middle English
Middle English
burwe
“a hole or shelter, especially underground”
Modern English
English
burrow
“a hole dug by an animal for habitation or refuge”
Modern English
English
burrower
“one who digs or lives in a burrow”