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guinea pig
Definitions
(Noun) Metaphorical. A test case and/or person.Usage: He was a guinea pig to find out if the untried medication would work.
(Noun) A small furry pet originating from South America
Usage: John petted his guinea pig.
(Noun) an small animal characterized by various loud noises they commonly make, often domesticated, referred to as a type of rodent
Usage: The name guinea pig is actually a misnomer, they weren't found in New Guinea nor do they greatly resemble pigs.
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