beaver

//ˈbiːvər//
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Noun

beaverSingular
beaversPlural
1

A large semiaquatic rodent native to North America and Eurasia, known for building dams and lodges from branches and mud.

Beavers build dams across rivers using branches and mud.

2

The soft, dense fur of a beaver, used in making hats and clothing.

This hat is made of beaver.

3

A hat made of beaver fur or a similar material.

My grandfather wore a beaver to formal events.

Verb

1

To work hard and persistently at a task.

She beavered away at her homework until midnight.

Synonym