Bulldog

/ˈbʊl.dɔɡ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A sturdy dog with a short muzzle, broad head, and muscular build, originally bred for bull-baiting.

The bulldog is known for its loose, wrinkled skin and distinctive pushed-in nose.

A person who is very determined or stubborn.

She was a bulldog when it came to fighting for her clients' rights.

A type of military aircraft.

The squadron deployed several bulldogs for reconnaissance missions.

The term 'bulldog' is derived from the historical use of these dogs to bait bulls.

bulldog tenacity:

The quality of being stubbornly determined.

An individual who is overly aggressive or mean-spirited.

That guy's such a bulldog when it comes to arguments.

A tough or determined person.

She's a bulldog when it comes to her career.