Dog (Noun)
Meaning 1
Metal supports for logs in a fireplace; "the andirons were too hot to touch".
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
A smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll.
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Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
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Meaning 3
Someone who is morally reprehensible; "you dirty dog".
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Nouns denoting people.
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Meaning 5
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".
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Nouns denoting animals.
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- The little girl's family recently adopted a new dog from the local animal shelter.
- As I walked down the street, a friendly dog approached me, wagging its tail.
- Her neighbor's dog always seemed to be barking at her, but it was really just playing.
- My parents took me to get my first dog on my 8th birthday, a cute golden retriever puppy.
- During my hike in the mountains, I stumbled upon a wild dog pack and slowly backed away to avoid a confrontation.
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Meaning 6
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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Meaning 7
A dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman; "she got a reputation as a frump"; "she's a real dog".
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Nouns denoting people.