Meaning of the word urchin in English

What does urchin mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

urchin

US /ˈɝː.tʃɪn/
UK /ˈɜː.tʃɪn/

Noun

1.

a mischievous young child, especially one who is poorly dressed or dirty

Example:
The little urchin ran through the streets, dodging pedestrians.
He was a street urchin, fending for himself since he was young.
2.

a sea urchin

Example:
Be careful not to step on a sea urchin while swimming.
The chef prepared a delicate dish with fresh sea urchin.
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