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Bulldog (Verb)

Meaning 1

Throw a steer by seizing the horns and twisting the neck, as in a rodeo.

Classification

Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.

Examples

  • The cowboy successfully bulldogged the steer to the ground in under 10 seconds.
  • She expertly bulldogged her steer across the arena to claim the top prize.
  • In the rodeo event, Sarah failed to bulldog her steer and was thrown off.
  • Buck bulldogged a massive steer with ease, showcasing his exceptional skill.
  • It took multiple attempts for him to finally bulldog the stubborn steer to the ground.

Hypernyms

  • Master
  • Subdue
  • Surmount
  • Get Over

Meaning 2

Attack viciously and ferociously.

Classification

Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.

Examples

  • The furious victim decided to bulldog her attacker by biting and holding his leg until help arrived.
  • After several minutes of restraint, the officer finally had to bulldog the suspect in an attempt to prevent an escape.
  • As the rival gangs clashed, they began to bulldog each other with vicious kicks and punches.
  • Without any effective defense, the opposition was quick to bulldog the home team's lead with a ruthless offense.
  • During the wild bar fight, several patrons began to bulldog each other to the floor.

Hypernyms

  • Attack
  • Set On
  • Assault

Related Words

  • Bulldog (noun)
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