mole
mole · noun
Definitions
noun
- 1.
A small burrowing mammal with dark velvety fur, a long muzzle, and very small eyes.
- 2.
A small, often slightly raised, dark blemish on the skin.
- 3.
(chemistry) The SI unit of amount of substance, equal to approximately 6.022 x 10^23 particles.
- 4.
A spy who becomes part of an enemy organization.
Forms
plural: moles
Related words
Etymology
From Middle English molle, from Middle Dutch mol or Middle Low German mul, mol.