
Shrew
Natural Habitat
Shrews are often used to represent agility and quickness in nature-focused texts.
His movements were as quick as a shrew.
Metaphorical Use
In stories, a 'shrew' character may embody slyness or resourcefulness.
She was the shrew of the class, always finding clever solutions.
Not a Rodent
Remember, shrews resemble mice but are not rodents, a fact sometimes mentioned in scientific contexts.
Unlike rodents, shrews have a more varied diet. Compare with
FishwifeHarpyHarridanNagScoldTermagantVirago
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension