Dog Definition & Meaning
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; "the dog barked all night"
- a dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman; "she got a reputation as a frump"; "she's a real dog"
- informal term for a man; "you lucky dog"
- someone who is morally reprehensible; "you dirty dog"
- a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll
- a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward
- metal supports for logs in a fireplace; "the andirons were too hot to touch"
- verb
- go after with the intent to catch; "The policeman chased the mugger down the alley"; "the dog chased the rabbit"
"Dog" in song lyrics
See how dog is used in real songs:
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"Off the nade and a mad dog"
(11/5 f/) Taydatay — Roll 'Em Up [Edit] -
"Short Dog"
4 Deep — Real -
"And if you cross me, you'll die dog"
504 Boyz f/ Choppa, Curren$y, Krazy — Haters Gon Hate
Words that rhyme with dog
Usage tips for "dog"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dog" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dog to find words that pair well.
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- What does dog mean?
- 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; "the dog barked all night" a dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman; "she got a reputation as a frump"; "she's a real dog" informal term for a man; "you lucky dog" someone who is morally reprehensible; "you dirty dog" a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked
- What part of speech is dog?
- Dog is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does dog have?
- Dog has 8 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).