fox-burrow

A red fox peeks out from its fox-burrow in the forest.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A fox's underground dwelling: "fox-burrow" refers to a hole or tunnel in the ground that is dug and used as a shelter or den by a fox.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The hunter discovered a fox-burrow hidden beneath the old tree roots. (The underground den of a fox was found.)
  • The cubs stayed safe inside the fox-burrow while their mother hunted for food. (The young foxes remained in the den for protection.)

Advanced Usage

• "to flush a fox from its burrow": to force a fox to leave its underground home, often used in hunting or observation.
  • The dogs were trained to flush a fox from its burrow. (The dogs were trained to drive the fox out of its den.)

Variants and Related Words

• Foxhole (n): a small trench or pit dug for military shelter, not specifically for foxes.

  • The soldiers took cover in a foxhole. (They hid in a small defensive trench.)

• Burrow (n): a general term for any hole or tunnel dug by an animal for habitation.

  • The rabbit's burrow was deep and winding. (The rabbit's underground home was long and curved.)

Synonyms

• Den: a wild animal's living space, especially a fox's or bear's.
• Lair: a resting or hiding place for a wild animal.

Related Idioms

• "Like a fox in a burrow": describing someone who is hidden or safe from danger.
  • He stayed quiet like a fox in a burrow until the threat passed. (He remained concealed and secure.)