Beaver
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British pronunciation/ˈbiːvə/
American pronunciation/ˈbiːvər/

Definition & Meaning of "beaver"

Beaver
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a semiaquatic rodent with a wide tail and strong teeth that builds dams across streams and is mainly found in the Northern hemisphere

beaver definition and meaning

What is a "beaver"?

The beaver is a large, semi-aquatic rodent known for its remarkable ability to construct dams, canals, and lodges using branches, logs, and mud. Beavers have a stocky body, webbed feet, and a broad, flat tail that serves as a rudder for swimming and a tool for building. They are primarily herbivorous, feeding on bark, leaves, and aquatic plants. Beavers are known for their impressive engineering skills, creating complex systems of dams and lodges that provide them with protection from predators and a stable habitat for raising their young. They are excellent swimmers and can stay submerged for several minutes, using their eyes, ears, and nostrils positioned high on their heads to keep a lookout for danger. Beavers are considered a keystone species, as their dam-building activities can have significant impacts on their habitat, creating wetlands that support a diverse range of plants and animals. However, their activities can also sometimes result in conflicts with human interests, such as flooding of agricultural lands or roads. Despite this, beavers are highly regarded for their ecological importance and their fascinating behavior.

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a hat made with the fur of a beaver (or similar material)

03

a movable piece of armor on a medieval helmet used to protect the lower face

04

a man's hat with a tall crown; usually covered with silk or with beaver fur

05

a full beard

06

a native or resident of Oregon

07

the soft brown fur of the beaver

to beaver
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work hard on something

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Canadian wildlife includes animals like bears, moose, beavers, and eagles.
As the river current picked up, the beavers paddled skillfully to transport logs and branches to their dam.
The construction crew was busy as beavers, working to complete the building on time.
She's been busy as a beaver lately, juggling her job, her family, and her volunteer work.
He's always busy as a beaver building a new dam, working on his art and his music and his writing.
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