Definition of shrew
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: any of a family (Soricidae) of small chiefly nocturnal insectivores related to the moles and distinguished by a long pointed snout, very small eyes, and short velvety fur
2
: an ill-tempered scolding woman
shrew
verb
shrewed; shrewing; shrews
Definition of shrew (Entry 2 of 2)
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The first known use of shrew was before the 12th century
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