Meaning of the word groundhog in English
What does groundhog mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
groundhog
US /ˈɡraʊnd.hɑːɡ/
UK /ˈɡraʊnd.hɒɡ/
Noun
a North American marmot (Marmota monax) that typically hibernates in the winter and is associated with predicting the arrival of spring.
Example:
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According to tradition, if the groundhog sees its shadow on February 2nd, there will be six more weeks of winter.
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The children were excited to see the groundhog emerge from its burrow.
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