Meaning & Definition of word "Frog"
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Frog
/frɒg/
noun:
- 1. A tailless amphibian with a short body, webbed digits, protruding eyes, and a smooth moist skin.
- Example: We spotted a green frog sitting on a lily pad in the pond.
- 2. Any of various similar animals, especially those belonging to the order Anura.
- Example: The little boy was fascinated by the different types of frogs he saw at the nature reserve.
- 3. A person who studies or is an expert in amphibians.
- Example: As a herpetologist, she often presented her findings about frogs at scientific conferences.
verb:
- 1. To leap or jump like a frog.
- Example: The children watched as the cat frogged across the yard after the butterfly.
- 2. To move or act in a whimsical or playful manner.
- Example: She frogged around the dance floor, having fun with her friends.
Etymology
Middle English froge, from Old English frogga
Common Phrases and Expressions
frog in one's throat:
A temporary hoarseness due to a minor throat issue.
a frog prince:
A metaphor suggesting someone who appears unattractive but is actually special.
Related Words
tadpole:
The larval stage of a frog, typically living in water.
frogging:
A term in knitting relating to creating a stitch pattern resembling frogs.
Slang Meanings of frog
Meaning: To frog something
Example Sentence: When I decided to frog my knitting project, I unraveled the whole thing.
Meaning: Frogger
Example Sentence: In video games, a 'Frogger' is someone who plays the classic arcade game involving a frog crossing a road.