Badger: meaning, definitions and examples

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badger

[ ˈbædʒər ]

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wild animal

A heavily built omnivorous nocturnal mammal of the weasel family, typically having a grey and black coat.

Synonyms

burrower, marten, otter

Examples of usage

They spotted a badger digging a burrow in the field.
The badger's distinctive markings help it blend into its woodland habitat.

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pester or harass

Repeatedly and annoyingly ask someone to do something.

Synonyms

bother, hassle, pester

Examples of usage

He badgered her until she agreed to go on a date with him.
The salesperson continued to badger the customer to purchase the extended warranty.

Translations

Translations of the word "badger" in other languages:

🇵🇹 texugo

🇮🇳 बेजर

🇩🇪 Dachs

🇮🇩 luwak

🇺🇦 борсук

🇵🇱 borsuk

🇯🇵 アナグマ

🇫🇷 blaireau

🇪🇸 tejón

🇹🇷 porsuk

🇰🇷 오소리

🇸🇦 غرير

🇨🇿 jezevec

🇸🇰 jazvec

🇨🇳 獾

🇸🇮 jazbec

🇮🇸 greifingur

🇰🇿 борсық

🇬🇪 ტახი

🇦🇿 borsuq

🇲🇽 tejón

Word origin

The word 'badger' originated from the Middle English word 'bageard', which is derived from 'bage' (stripe) and the suffix '-ard' (indicating a characteristic or tendency). This likely refers to the badger's stripes. Badgers have been depicted in various cultures and mythologies, often symbolizing persistence, protection, or cunning.