DOG

(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"
synonyms : canis familiaris , domestic dog
(noun) metal supports for logs in a fireplace
"the andirons were too hot to touch"
synonyms : andiron , dog-iron , firedog
(noun) a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward
synonyms : click , detent , pawl
(noun) a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll
synonyms : frank , frankfurter , hot dog , hotdog , weenie , wiener , wienerwurst
(noun) someone who is morally reprehensible
"you dirty dog"
synonyms : blackguard , bounder , cad , heel , hound
He behaved like a cad -added by vindos
(noun) informal term for a man
"you lucky dog"
(noun) a dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman
"she got a reputation as a frump", "she's a real dog"
synonyms : frump
German Chancellor Angela Merkel may come across as a bit of a frump with her dowdy attire and hair style but she is one of the most respected heads of state Germany has ever produced. -added by imfrmheaven
(verb) go after with the intent to catch
"The policeman chased the mugger down the alley", "the dog chased the rabbit"
synonyms : chase , chase after , give chase , go after , tag , tail , track , trail

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