1. a large ground squirrel with a bushy tail that lives in burrows in mountainous areas

Examples

• The marmot stood upright on its hind legs to watch for predators.
• Alpine marmots hibernate during the long winter months.
• We spotted a family of marmots sunning themselves on the rocks.
• The marmot’s sharp whistle warned other animals of danger.
• Yellow-bellied marmots are common in the Rocky Mountains.
• The marmot quickly disappeared into its burrow when it saw us approaching.