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Whelp Definition & Meaning

whelp
noun
  1. young of any of various canines such as a dog or wolf
verb
  1. birth; "the dog whelped"

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Frequently asked questions

What does whelp mean?
young of any of various canines such as a dog or wolf birth; "the dog whelped"
What part of speech is whelp?
Whelp is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does whelp have?
Whelp has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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