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Meaning of the word dog in English

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dog

US /dɑːɡ/
UK /dɑːɡ/
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Noun

1.

a domesticated carnivorous mammal that typically has a long snout, an acute sense of smell, non-retractable claws, and a barking, howling, or whining voice. It is widely kept as a pet or for work purposes.

Example:
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My neighbor's dog barks loudly every morning.
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She took her dog for a walk in the park.
Synonym:
caninehoundpoochcurmutt
2.

a person regarded as unpleasant, contemptible, or wicked (often used as a term of abuse)

Example:
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He's a real dog for treating his employees so badly.
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Don't be such a lazy dog; get up and help!
Synonym:
scoundrelvillainrascalwretchlazybones

Verb

1.

to follow (someone) closely and persistently

Example:
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The paparazzi continued to dog the celebrity wherever she went.
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Bad luck seemed to dog him throughout his career.
Synonym:
tailshadowhoundpursuetrack
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