Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mole
Noun
/moʊl/
Definition
A small, burrowing mammal known for its velvety fur and spade-like hands, commonly found in gardens and fields.
Examples
- The mole dug tunnels through the soft soil in the garden.
- In chemistry, one mole of a substance contains approximately 6.022 x 10²³ particles.
Meaning
The term ‘mole’ can refer to either the animal or a unit used in chemistry, representing a specific quantity of substance.
Synonyms
- Burrower
- Spelunker
- Subterranean mammal
