 hedgehog |
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| 1. | [ noun ] (zoology) relatively large rodents with sharp erectile bristles mingled with the fur | |
| Synonyms: | porcupine | |
| Related terms: | rodent New_World_porcupine Old_World_porcupine quill | |
| 2. | [ noun ] (zoology) small nocturnal Old World mammal covered with both hair and protective spines | |
| Synonyms: | Erinaceus_europeaeus Erinaceus_europaeus | |
| Related terms: | insectivore Erinaceus quill | |
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Hedges |
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