Meaning & Definition of word "Tod"
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Tod
/tɒd/
noun:
- 1. A male fox.
- Example: The tod prowled silently through the underbrush, searching for its next meal.
- 2. A unit of weight equal to about 28 pounds, traditionally used in the wool trade.
- Example: The merchant sold the wool by the tod, ensuring each customer received a fair amount.
Etymology
From Old English 'todda', referring to a male fox.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tod in the hole:
A reference to something sought but hard to find.
as sly as a tod:
Extremely cunning or clever.
Related Words
vixen:
A female fox.
kit:
A young fox.
Slang Meanings of tod
Meaning: A derogatory term for a man.
Example Sentence: Don't be such a tod about it!
Meaning: Used in some regions to mean a fool or silly person.
Example Sentence: He acted like a real tod during the meeting.