badger — a heavily built omnivorous nocturnal mammal with strong claws for digging
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a heavily built omnivorous nocturnal mammal with strong claws for digging
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbædʒər/
Example Sentences
- My mom badgered me about cleaning my room until I finally gave up gaming.
- The honey badger is known for being fearless and aggressive.
- Stop badgering me about my dating life, grandma!
badger
NOUN[/ˈbædʒər/]
a heavily built omnivorous nocturnal mammal with strong claws for digging
She kept badger her dad for a puppy until he finally gave in.
The clever badger shows its gadget to the envious cadger!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'badger' likely derives from the Old French 'bageard' or similar forms, possibly related to the animal's distinctive white badge-like marking on its face. The ultimate origin is uncertain but may be connected to Old French 'bage' meaning 'badge.'
Breakdown
The word cannot be reliably broken down into constituent morphemes, as 'badger' is likely a root word of uncertain etymology that entered English from Old French without clear internal structure.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom badgered me about cleaning my room until I finally gave up gaming.”
“The honey badger is known for being fearless and aggressive.”
“Stop badgering me about my dating life, grandma!”
“The journalist badgered the politician with uncomfortable questions.”
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