Definitions for fossorial
fɒˈsɔr i əl, -ˈsoʊr-fos·so·ri·al

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:3.0 / 1 vote

1. fossorialadjective

   (of limbs and feet) adapted for digging

WiktionaryRate this definition:3.0 / 1 vote

1. fossorialadjective

   Of, pertaining to, or adapted for digging or burrowing.

   The mole is a fossorial mammal.

2. Etymology: From fossorius, from fodio.

WikipediaRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. Fossorial

   A fossorial (from Latin fossor, meaning "digger") animal is one adapted to digging which lives primarily, but not solely, underground. Some examples are badgers, naked mole-rats, clams, meerkats, and mole salamanders. Most bees and wasps are called "fossorial Hymenoptera". Many rodent species are also considered fossorial as they live in burrows for most of the day, though they may be surface-dwelling during other parts of the day. Species that live exclusively underground, on the other hand, are described as subterranean fauna. Some organisms are fossorial to aid in temperature regulation while others use the underground habitat for protection from predators or for food storage. An animal is said to be sub-fossorial if it shows limited adaptations to a fossorial lifestyle.

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1. fossorial

   Fossorial refers to animals, organisms, or species that are adapted to digging and living primarily underground. These adaptations may include physical characteristics such as strong forelimbs, reduced eyesight, and compact bodies, among other traits beneficial for a subterranean lifestyle. Examples of fossorial animals are moles, groundhogs, and certain species of snakes and rodents.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Fossorialadjective

   fitted for digging, adapted for burrowing or digging; as, a fossorial foot; a fossorial animal

2. Etymology: [L. fossor a digger.]

WikidataRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Fossorial

   A fossorial organism is one that is adapted to digging and life underground such as the badger, the naked mole rat, and the mole salamanders Ambystomatidae. It is an adjective most commonly used to describe the habit of living underground, even if the physical adaptations are minimal — thus, most bees and many wasps are called "fossorial Hymenoptera", and a great many rodents are considered fossorial. Some organisms are fossorial to aid in temperature regulation, while others utilize the underground habitat for protection from predators or food storage. An animal is said to be subfossorial if it shows limited adaptations to a fossorial lifestyle.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Fossorial

   fo-sō′ri-al, adj. digging, burrowing.—n. Foss′or, a grave-digger. [L. fossor—fodĕre, to dig.]

EntomologyRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Fossorial

   formed for or with the habit of digging or burrowing.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of fossorial in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of fossorial in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=fossorial
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Fossorial
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fossorial
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fossorial
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=fossorial
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=fossorial
8. ^ Entomology
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/22748/22748-h/22748-h.htm#:~:text=fossorial