rabbit warren

• Ein unterirdisches Gangsystem, in dem Wildkaninchen leben; auch metaphorisch für ein unübersichtliches, labyrinthisches Gewirr oder eine verworrene, schwer zu durchschauende Situation.

A network of underground rabbit burrows; also used metaphorically to describe a confusing, maze-like place or a complex, interconnected situation that is difficult to navigate or escape from.

1. Underground rabbit burrow systemB1formal

   A complex network of underground tunnels and burrows where rabbits live.

   Kaninchenbau

   • The farmer discovered a large rabbit warren under the field.
   • The dogs chased the rabbit into its warren.
   • Rabbits dig extensive warrens for protection from predators.

2. Confusing or labyrinthine placeB2informal

   A place with many interconnected rooms, corridors, or passages that is difficult to navigate.

   Irrgarten

   • The old building was a rabbit warren of tiny offices and staircases.
   • The market was a rabbit warren of narrow alleys and stalls.
   • Getting lost in that rabbit warren of a museum is easy.