Definition

Relating to or resembling shrews, which are small, mouse-like mammals.

Example

The scientist studied the soricine characteristics of the newly discovered species.

Conversation

Did you know that some animals have soricine traits?

Really? What does that even mean?

It means they resemble shrews in some way, like their body structure.

That's fascinating! I never knew there were animals like that.

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Root Explanation

Soricine is derived from "soricis" (from Latin *soricis*, meaning of or pertaining to shrews) and the suffix "-ine" (meaning of or relating to). The word "soricine" refers to anything that is characteristic of or related to shrews.

Memory Tip

Think of 'soricis' which relates to shrews, and remember that 'soricine' describes something that pertains to these small mammals.

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