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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

shrew

/ʃruː/ noun · British & US
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What does shrew mean?

noun

A small, insectivorous mammal with a pointed snout and a long, thin body. A shrew is often mistaken for a mouse, but it is actually a distinct and separate animal.

Example

"The shrew scurried across the forest floor, its tiny heart beating rapidly as it searched for its next meal."

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