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    Dog

    /dɔg/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A domesticated carnivorous mammal (Canis lupus familiaris) that typically has a long snout, an acute sense of smell, and a barking, growling, or whining voice, often used as a pet or for work.
    My dog loves to fetch the ball when I throw it.
    A person who is regarded with contempt or dislike.
    He treated his friends poorly, and now they think of him as a dog.
    A male dog, especially a hound or a working dog.
    The dog was bred for its hunting abilities.
    Any of various mammals resembling a dog, including the wolf, fox, and jackal.
    The wolf is a wild ancestor of the domestic dog.
    An obnoxious or offensive person.
    You’re such a dog for making fun of her in front of everyone.
    verb
    To follow or track (someone) closely and persistently.
    The reporter dogged the celebrity for weeks.
    To waste time; to idle.
    He was just dogging around the office instead of getting his work done.

    Etymology

    The word 'dog' comes from Old English 'docga', a term of uncertain origin.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    dog days
    The hottest days of summer.
    reach for the dog
    To strive for something unattainable.
    dog tired
    Extremely tired; exhausted.
    barking up the wrong tree
    To pursue a mistaken or misguided course of action.

    Related Words

    puppy
    A young dog.
    hound
    A type of dog used for hunting.
    canine
    Relating to dogs.

    Slang Meanings

    A friend or buddy.
    What's up, dog?
    An unpleasant or contemptible person.
    Don't be a dog about it!
    An unattractive person.
    He thinks he's a ten, but he's really a dog.
    An outdated or boring thing.
    That movie was a dog.