Meaning of the word warren in English

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

warren

US /ˈwɔːr.ən/

UK /ˈwɒr.ən/

a network of interconnecting rabbit burrows

Example:

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The rabbits disappeared into their warren.

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We found a large warren of rabbits near the forest.

Synonym:

burrow lair den nest hole

a densely populated or labyrinthine building or district

Example:

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The old city was a warren of narrow streets and crowded buildings.

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He got lost in the warren of corridors in the old hospital.

Synonym:

labyrinth maze tangle network web