Squirreling: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ฟ๏ธ
squirreling
[ หskwษrษlษชล ]
storing food
Squirreling refers to the behavior of animals, especially squirrels, where they gather and store food in preparation for times when food is scarce. This action is instinctual and aids in their survival during the winter months when resources are limited.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The squirrel is squirreling away acorns for the winter.
- She was squirreling snacks in her backpack for later.
- He spends his weekends squirreling supplies for his new project.
hoarding items
In a broader sense, squirreling can also describe the act of accumulating items or resources excessively or for future use, reflecting a cautious approach to future uncertainties.
Synonyms
accumulating, amassing, collecting.
Examples of usage
- He's been squirreling away money for a rainy day.
- They are always squirreling away supplies in case of emergencies.
- She finds herself squirreling away old clothes she no longer wears.
Translations
Translations of the word "squirreling" in other languages:
๐ต๐น esconder
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฟเคชเคพเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช verstecken
๐ฎ๐ฉ menyembunyikan
๐บ๐ฆ ัั ะพะฒะฐัะธ
๐ต๐ฑ ukrywaฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ้ ใ
๐ซ๐ท cacher
๐ช๐ธ ocultar
๐น๐ท saklamak
๐ฐ๐ท ์จ๊ธฐ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฅุฎูุงุก
๐จ๐ฟ skrรฝvat
๐ธ๐ฐ skryลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ้่
๐ธ๐ฎ skriti
๐ฎ๐ธ fela
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะฐัััั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ gizlษtmษk
๐ฒ๐ฝ esconder
Etymology
The term 'squirreling' is derived from the noun 'squirrel,' which comes from the Middle English word 'squirel,' originating from the Old French 'esquirrel.' This, in turn, traces its roots back to the Latin 'sciurus,' a word derived from the Ancient Greek 'skiouros,' meaning 'shade tail,' a reference to the animal's tail that provides it shade and balance. The behavior associated with squirreling relates deeply to the natural tendencies of squirrels, which have been observed storing nuts and other food sources since ancient times. Over the years, the verb form has evolved to encompass a broader meaning, reflecting a general behavior of storing items away for future use. Thus, the term has found relevance not only in the context of wildlife behavior but also in human habits of saving and hoarding.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #42,185, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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