Meaning of the word moles in English
What does moles mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
moles
US /moʊlz/
UK /məʊlz/
Plural Noun
1.
small, burrowing mammals with dark fur, small eyes, and a long snout
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The gardener was frustrated by the moles digging tunnels in his lawn.
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You can often spot fresh molehills where moles have been active.
2.
small, dark spots or growths on the skin
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She had several small moles on her arm.
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It's important to check your moles regularly for any changes.
3.
a unit of amount of substance in chemistry, equal to the number of atoms in 12 grams of carbon-12
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One mole of water contains approximately 6.022 x 10^23 molecules.
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Chemists use moles to measure the quantity of substances in reactions.