urchin
noun
a mischievous boy.
urchins
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pluralof urchin.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Intrigued, American anglers started dabbling with urchins, and having success.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
The free, donation-based marine educational center is home to swell sharks, sea urchins, jellyfish and more that will leave visitors of any age in awe.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 6, 2026
"In the supermarket, you find luxury products, sea urchins or Dom Perignon champagne, and vegetables have become extremely expensive," pushing some people to do their shopping in a neighbouring town.
From Barron's ● Mar. 20, 2026
Crinoids are part of the phylum Echinodermata which also boasts sea urchins and sea cucumbers.
From BBC ● Feb. 19, 2026
“What was the pitch? What was the pitch?” chanted the urchins.
From "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli
