squir·rel
![](/images/syllable_hide.gif) squirrel
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- pronunciation:
- skwuhrl
[or]
skwuh
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l
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word History
part of speech: |
noun |
definition: |
a small, common mammal with a long, thick tail. Squirrels climb well and often live in trees.
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Squirrel comes from two ancient Greek words that mean "shadow" and "tail."