Meaning of lemming in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈlɛmɪŋ/

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  1. Noun

    lemming

    Etymology

    early 18th century: from Norwegian and Danish; related to Old Norse lómundr

    Definitions

    1. any of various short-tailed furry-footed rodents of circumpolar distribution

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