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Urchin

Description

An urchin refers to a small, mischievous child or a poor and often homeless youngster. It can also denote a sea creature characterized by a globular body covered in spines.

Examples

As a noun (referring to a child):

1. The little urchin ran through the streets, causing mayhem wherever he went.

2. Despite his less fortunate circumstances, the urchin had a contagious smile that brightened everyone's day.

As a noun (referring to a sea creature):

1. The colorful urchin slowly moved across the ocean floor, its spines glinting in the sunlight.

2. Careful not to step on the spiky urchin while swimming in the sea.

As an adjective (referring to something popular):

1. The latest fashion trend became an urchin hairstyle, with tousled and messy hair being all the rage.

2. The urchin restaurant downtown is always packed with people enjoying its delectable cuisine.

As an adjective (referring to something local):

1. Don't forget to try the urchin delicacy at the local seafood market; it's a regional specialty.

2. The urchin art exhibit features the work of talented artists from our community.

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