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Squirrel

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Meanings of Squirrel

Verb

  • To hide something away for later use, like how a squirrel hides its food.

Noun

  • A small animal with a long bushy tail that lives in trees and eats nuts.
  • A person who collects or hides things, like a squirrel hides nuts.

Explanation of the word: Squirrel

A squirrel is a little animal that has a bushy tail. It often lives in trees and collects nuts to eat.

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Translations for the word: Squirrel

hindi
गिलहरी

gilhari

गिलहरी

gilhari

चूहा

chuha

   

Synonyms for the word: Squirrel

scug

Sample Sentences

  • Squirrels are very quick and agile.
  • A squirrel can jump from branch to branch.
  • Some squirrels store food for winter.
  • Squirrels make nests in trees.
  • I love watching squirrels play outside.

Mini Blog for the word: Squirrel

Sammy the Squirrel's Adventure

In the heart of a big, green forest, there lived a little squirrel named Sammy. Sammy had the fluffiest tail and loved to hop from tree to tree, gathering acorns and making new friends.

One sunny day, he found a shiny red apple under a big oak tree. “What a treasure!” he squeaked with joy.

Sammy decided to share it with his friends, the birds and rabbits. Together, they had a picnic, laughing and munching on the delicious apple.

Sammy learned that sharing makes every adventure sweeter! So, next time you find something special, remember to share it with your friends!

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Squirrel

What does 'squirrel' mean?
A squirrel is a small animal with a bushy tail that often climbs trees and eats nuts.
How do you pronounce 'squirrel'?
You say 'squirrel' like this: skwirl.
What is the origin of the word 'squirrel'?
The word 'squirrel' comes from an old French word 'esquirel' and before that from a Greek word that means 'shadow tail'.
What is the meaning of 'squirrel' in Bengali?
The word 'squirrel' in Bengali is 'গিলকি' (Gilki).

Facts, Proverbs and Quotes about the word: Squirrel

Fact: Squirrels can jump up to 10 times their body length!
Proverb: A squirrel in the hand is worth two in the tree. (It means it's better to have something small and certain than to risk it for something bigger.)
Quote: "The squirrel is a great acrobat." - Unknown