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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

shrews

/ʃruːz/ noun · British & US
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What does shrews mean?

noun

Small, insectivorous mammals of the family Soricidae, typically having a pointed snout and a long, thin body. Shrews are often mistaken for mice, but they are not rodents.

Example

"The forest was home to a variety of shrews, which were an important part of the ecosystem."

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