pit bull
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pit bull

noun

Definition of PIT BULL

1
: a dog (as an American Staffordshire terrier) of any of several breeds or a real or apparent hybrid with one or more of these breeds that was developed and is now often trained for fighting and is noted for strength and stamina
2
: an aggressive and tenacious person

Examples of PIT BULL

  1. <a pit bull who won't let anyone stand in her way to the top of the corporate ladder>

First Known Use of PIT BULL

1930

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