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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

groundhog

/ˈɡraʊndhɒɡ/ noun · British & US
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What does groundhog mean?

noun

A rodent that hibernates during the winter and is often seen as a symbol of weather forecasting, typically a marmot (Marmota monax) of North America.

Example

"The groundhog emerged from its burrow on Groundhog Day, predicting six more weeks of winter."

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