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dog
Definitions
1
noun
A
domesticated
carnivorous
mammal
(
Canis
familiaris
)
that
typically
has
a
long
snout
,
an
acute
sense
of
smell
,
non-retractable
claws
,
and
a
barking
,
howling
,
or
whining
voice
.
Dogs
are
widely
kept
as
pets
or
for
work
or
field
sports
.
The
dog
barked
loudly
at
the
stranger
.
She
adopted
a
dog
from
the
animal
shelter
.
Dogs
are
known
for
their
loyalty
to
humans
.
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Language
Old English
Original word
docga
Originally meant
a powerful breed of dog
Background
The word 'dog' comes from the Old English 'docga', which referred to a powerful breed of dog. Over time, it became the general term for all domestic canines.