noun

groundhog

GROWND-hog

Groundhog (noun) means a stocky, burrowing rodent native to North America, also called a woodchuck. Example: “A groundhog popped its head out of the burrow in the garden.”

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noun

A stocky, burrowing rodent native to North America, also called a woodchuck.

"A groundhog popped its head out of the burrow in the garden."

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In plain EnglishA North American burrowing animal, famous for supposedly predicting the end of winter on Groundhog Day.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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groundhogs plural

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Etymology

From ground plus hog.

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Related words

woodchuck

Frequently asked questions

What does “groundhog” mean?

The word “groundhog” means a stocky, burrowing rodent native to North America, also called a woodchuck. In plain terms, a North American burrowing animal, famous for supposedly predicting the end of winter on Groundhog Day.

How do you pronounce “groundhog”?

“Groundhog” is pronounced GROWND-hog (/ˈɡɹaʊn(d)ˌ(h)ɔɡ/ in IPA).

How do you use “groundhog” in a sentence?

Here is “groundhog” used in a sentence: “A groundhog popped its head out of the burrow in the garden.”

What part of speech is “groundhog”?

“Groundhog” is a noun.

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