Meaning of the word gopher in English

What does gopher mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

gopher

US /ˈɡoʊ.fɚ/
UK /ˈɡəʊ.fər/
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Noun

1.

a burrowing rodent with cheek pouches, native to North and Central America.

Example:
The farmer set traps to catch the gopher damaging his crops.
You can often see mounds of dirt where a gopher has been digging.
2.

a person who runs errands or does odd jobs, especially for someone else.

Example:
He worked as a gopher for the film studio, fetching coffee and making copies.
I need a gopher to help me with these tasks.