mole
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/moʊl/
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/məʊl/
small, hidden, or secret
Etymology
'mole' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'mūl', where 'mūl' meant 'mole'.
'mūl' changed from Old English word 'mūl' and eventually became the modern English word 'mole'.
Initially, it meant 'a small burrowing mammal', but over time it evolved to include meanings like 'skin blemish' and 'spy'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small, dark, furry mammal that lives underground and has very small eyes.
The mole dug tunnels under the garden.
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Noun 2
a small, dark spot or blemish on the skin, often slightly raised.
She has a mole on her cheek.
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Noun 3
a spy who secretly infiltrates an organization to gather information.
The mole was discovered after leaking sensitive information.
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Noun 4
a massive structure, usually of stone, used as a pier, breakwater, or causeway.
The mole protected the harbor from the rough seas.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42