Associations to the word «Porcupine»

Wiktionary

PORCUPINE, noun. Any of several rodents of either of the taxonomic families Hystricidae (Old World porcupines) or Erethizontidae (New World porcupines), noted for their sharp spines or quills, which are raised when the animal is attacked or surprised.
PORCUPINE PUFFER, noun. A pufferfish of the family Diodontidae or Tetraodontidae.
PORCUPINE PUFFERS, noun. Plural of porcupine puffer

Dictionary definition

PORCUPINE, noun. Relatively large rodents with sharp erectile bristles mingled with the fur.

Wise words

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