hedgehog

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈhɛdʒhɒɡ/

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Noun

Singular hedgehog

Plural hedgehogs

A hedgehog

1. A hedgehog is a small insect-eating mammal, whose back is completely covered with short spines.

   When a hedgehog feels in danger of being attacked, it rolls itself into a ball to protect his belly.