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dog
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
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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”
noun
metal supports for logs in a fireplace
“the andirons were too hot to touch”
noun
a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward
noun
a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll
noun
someone who is morally reprehensible
“you dirty dog”
noun
informal term for a man
“you lucky dog”
noun
a dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman
“she got a reputation as a frump”
verb
go after with the intent to catch
“The policeman chased the mugger down the alley”
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the dog barked all night
the andirons were too hot to touch
you dirty dog
you lucky dog
she got a reputation as a frump
she's a real dog
The policeman chased the mugger down the alley
the fox chased the rabbit
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