noun
a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times
Synonyms
domestic dog
Canis familiaris
Examples
- occurs in many breeds
- the dog barked all night
noun
a dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman
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Examples
- she got a reputation as a frump
- she's a real dog
noun
informal term for a man
Examples
- you lucky dog
noun
someone who is morally reprehensible
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Examples
- you dirty dog
noun
a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked
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Examples
- often served on a bread roll
noun
a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward
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noun
metal supports for logs in a fireplace
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Examples
- the andirons were too hot to touch
verb
go after with the intent to catch
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Examples
- The policeman chased the mugger down the alley
- the dog chased the rabbit