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/
Korean meaning: 굴을 파는 야행성 포유동물, 오소리
Korean pronunciation: **배**져
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
A badger digs powerfully into the forest floor with strong claws
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The clever badger shows its gadget to the envious cadger!
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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.'
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“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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