bea·ver 1 (b  v r)n. 1. a. A large aquatic rodent of the genus Castor, having thick brown fur, webbed hind feet, a broad flat tail, and sharp incisors adapted for gnawing bark, felling trees, and constructing dams and underwater lodges. b. The fur of this rodent. c. A top hat originally made of the underfur of this rodent. 2. A napped wool fabric, similar to felt, used for outer garments. 3. a. Vulgar Slang The female genitals. b. Offensive & Vulgar Slang A woman or girl. adj. 1. Of or relating to a beaver or beavers: beaver fur; a beaver hat. 2. Constructed by beavers: beaver dams. intr.v. bea·vered, bea·ver·ing, bea·vers To work diligently and energetically. [Middle English bever, from Old English beofor; see bher-2 in Indo-European roots.] |
| bea·ver 2 (bvr) n. 1. A piece of armor attached to a helmet or breastplate to protect the mouth and chin. 2. The visor on a helmet. [Middle English bavier, from Old French baviere, child's bib, beaver, from bave, saliva.] |
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