Woodchuck

/ˈwʊdˌtʃʌk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A burrowing rodent of the family Sciuridae, also known as a groundhog, that is found in North America.

The woodchuck emerged from its burrow in search of food.

A groundhog that is famous for predicting the weather on Groundhog Day.

Every February, Punxsutawney Phil is the most famous woodchuck in the country.

A term often used in folklore and popular culture, representing a playful or humorous context.

The poem about how much wood a woodchuck could chuck was a hit in school.

The term woodchuck is derived from a Native American name for the animal, probably from the Narragansett word 'wechuge'.

how much wood would a woodchuck chuck

A tongue-twister and a playful question, typically meaning how much of something could be done if one were able.

woodchuck's day

A day marked by leisurely, unhurried activities.

groundhog

Another name for the woodchuck, especially in context of Groundhog Day.

marmot

A related genus of large ground squirrels.

squirrel

A smaller rodent that shares a similar habitat.

A person who is slow to act or get started.

He's such a woodchuck in the mornings, it takes him forever to wake up.

A lazy individual.

Stop being a woodchuck and help me with this project!