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frog

8 entries found.


Main Entry:
frog 
          Listen to the pronunciation of frog
Pronunciation:
\ˈfrȯg, ˈfräg\
Function:
noun
Etymology:
Middle English frogge, from Old English frogga; akin to Old High German frosk frog; senses 2, 3, 5, 7, 8 unclearly derived & perhaps of distinct origin
Date:
before 12th century
1: any of various largely aquatic leaping anuran amphibians (as ranids) that have slender bodies with smooth moist skin and strong long hind legs with webbed feet — compare toad2: the triangular elastic horny pad in the middle of the sole of the foot of a horse — see hoof illustration3 a: a loop attached to a belt to hold a weapon or tool b: an ornamental braiding for fastening the front of a garment that consists of a button and a loop through which it passes4often capitalized usually offensive : frenchman5: a device permitting the wheels on one rail of a track to cross an intersecting rail6: a condition in the throat that produces hoarseness <had a frog in his throat>7: the nut of a violin bow8: a small holder (as of metal, glass, or plastic) with perforations or spikes for holding flowers in place in a bowl or vase
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