Dog — synonyms, definition

1. dog (Noun)

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dog (Noun) — A member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds. ex. "the dog barked all night" ex. "the domestic dog barked all night"

dog (Noun) — A dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman. ex. "she's a real dog"

dog (Noun) — Informal term for a man. ex. "you lucky dog"

dog (Noun) — Someone who is morally reprehensible. ex. "you dirty dog"

dog (Noun) — A smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll.

dog (Noun) — A hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward.

dog (Noun) — A metal support for logs in a fireplace. ex. "the dogs were too hot to touch"

dog (Noun) — A mechanical device for holding, gripping, or fastening something.

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2. dog (Verb)

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dog (Verb) — Go after with the intent to catch. ex. "The policeman dogged the mugger down the alley"

dog (Verb) — Persistently cause trouble for. ex. "dogged by reports of shareholder revolt"

dog (Verb) — Follow closely.

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