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n. - Small nocturnal Old World mammal covered with both hair and protective spines; Relatively large rodents with sharp erectile bristles mingled with the fur.

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  • Last night, however, I bought a - hedgehog from a wee boy.
  • Sonic the hedgehog is a character used in online games.
  • The hedgehog is a mammal, and is closely related to the mole.
  • The hedgehog is a regular Solomon in her methods of collecting fruit.
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