Meaning of the word urchin in English

What does urchin mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

urchin

US /ˈɝː.tʃɪn/
UK /ˈɜː.tʃɪn/

Noun

a small child, especially one who behaves badly and is dirty or dressed in a messy way:

Example:
a street urchin
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