HEDGEHOG


Meaning of HEDGEHOG in English

■ noun

1》 a nocturnal insectivorous mammal with a spiny coat and short legs, able to roll itself into a ball for defence. [ Erinaceus europaeus and other species, family Erinaceidae.]

2》 [as modifier ] used in names of plants or fruits having spines, e.g. ~ cactus .

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