hedgehog
1.
(
noun
) small nocturnal Old World mammal covered with both hair and protective spines
Synonyms:
Erinaceus europaeus
,
Erinaceus europeaeus
Related Words:
insectivore
2.
(
noun
) relatively large rodents with sharp erectile bristles mingled with the fur
Synonyms:
porcupine
Related Words:
New World porcupine
,
Old World porcupine
,
gnawer
,
gnawing animal
,
rodent
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