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Vocabulary Entry
mole
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A small burrowing mammal known for its velvety fur and strong forelimbs, or a unit of measure in chemistry for an amount of substance.
Example Sentences
"The mole dug a tunnel in the garden."
"In chemistry class, we learned about the concept of a mole."
"He spotted a mole hiding under the leaves."
V
verb
To dig or burrow as a mole does.
Example Sentences
"The workers had to mole through the earth to lay the pipes."
"As we were hiking, we noticed how the animals mole underground."
"He started to mole around in the sand to find hidden treasures."
A
adjective
Relating to or resembling a mole, particularly in terms of small size or burrowing habits.
Example Sentences
"The mole hills in the garden were evidence of the little creatures' activity."
"She wore a mole-colored coat that matched the autumn leaves."
"They found a mole plant, known for its medicinal properties."