warren
5 synonyms for warren, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A network of interconnecting burrows where rabbits live.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
burrow
tunnels
How to use warren
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
rabbit warren
a warren of streets
warren of tunnels
Etymology
From Anglo-Norman warenne, ultimately from a Germanic root meaning "to guard" or "protect" — originally referring to land set aside and protected for keeping game like rabbits.
Full origin of warren →Frequently asked questions
What does “warren” mean?
The word “warren” means a network of interconnecting burrows where rabbits live. In plain terms, a rabbit's burrow system, or, figuratively, a confusing maze of narrow streets or passages.
How do you pronounce “warren”?
“Warren” is pronounced WO-ruhn (/ˈwɔɹən/ in IPA).
How do you use “warren” in a sentence?
Here is “warren” used in a sentence: “The field was riddled with an old rabbit warren.”
What part of speech is “warren”?
“Warren” is a noun.
Where does the word “warren” come from?
The word “warren” comes from Germanic. From Anglo-Norman warenne, ultimately from a Germanic root meaning "to guard" or "protect" — originally referring to land set aside and protected for keeping game like rabbits.
Is “warren” a common word?
“Warren” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “warren” have?
“Warren” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a network of interconnecting burrows where rabbits live.
What is the difference between a "warren" and a "burrow"?
A burrow is a single hole or tunnel dug by an animal, whereas a warren is a whole network of interconnecting burrows where rabbits live. In short, a warren is made up of many connected burrows.
What is a "rabbit warren"?
A rabbit warren is the underground network of connected burrows where a group of rabbits lives and shelters. The phrase is also used figuratively for any cramped, complicated layout that is hard to navigate.
