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FOSSORIAL Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the word fossorial. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word fossorial. (close relations)
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subterranean
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• being or operating under the surface of the earth

• lying beyond what is openly revealed or avowed (especially being kept in the background or deliberately concealed)

underground
adjectiveadj
noun

• a secret group organized to overthrow a government or occupation force

• an electric railway operating below the surface of the ground (usually in a city)

adverb

• in or into hiding or secret operation

• beneath the surface of the earth

adjective satellite

• under the level of the ground

• conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods

burrowing
verbv
noun

• a hole made by an animal, usually for shelter

verb

• move through by or as by digging

Best Hypernyms For FOSSORIAL

Here is a list of related hypernyms for fossorial, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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animal creature digger mammal organism species burrower

Alternatives for SUBTERRANEAN

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