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Definition of Molehill
1. Noun. A mound of earth made by moles while burrowing.
Definition of Molehill
1. n. A little hillock of earth thrown up by moles working under ground; hence, a very small hill, or an insignificant obstacle or difficulty.
Definition of Molehill
1. Noun. A small mound of earth created by a mole's burrowing underneath the surface of the ground. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Molehill
1. a small mound of earth [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Molehill
Literary usage of Molehill
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. How to Write Simple Science Reports by Jo Ellen Moore (1995)
"molehill Provide books and other materials about moles and their homes ...
Animal Home Discussion Starter Look at the picture of the inside of the molehill. ..."
2. Lessons in Elocution: Or, a Selection of Pieces in Prose and Verse for the by William Scott (1823)
"READING. any pismire in the molehill. Don't you see how sensible he is of it,
how slow he marches forward, how the whole rabble of ants keep their distance ..."
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