The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word BURROWED
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What does BURROWED mean?
BURROWED verb- To dig a tunnel or hole
- (with adverbial of direction) to move underneath or press up against in search of safety or comfort
- (with into) to investigate thoroughly