doggy

noun

dog·gy | \ ˈdȯ-gē

variants: or doggie

plural doggies

Definition of doggy

(Entry 1 of 2)

: a usually small dog

doggy

adjective

dog·gy | \ ˈdȯ-gē

doggier; doggiest

Definition of doggy (Entry 2 of 2)

1 : concerned with or fond of dogs

2 : resembling or suggestive of a dog doggy odor

3 : stylish, showy

4 : not worthy or profitable : inferior doggy stocks

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Synonyms for doggy

Synonyms: Noun

canine, dog, hound, pooch, tyke (also tike)

Examples of doggy in a Sentence

Noun

what a good little doggy!

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

Prior to her doggy-snuggling days with her current husband, Miranda was previously married to fellow country crooner Blake Shelton, but the pair went their separate ways in 2015. — Blair Donovan, Country Living, "Miranda Lambert Shared a Rare Photo of Husband Brendan McLoughlin 'At the Farm'," 26 May 2019 The window in the front of the structure was designed to let in ample light, and the concrete floors absorb the heat from the sun for the ultimate doggy snooze spot. — Elizabeth Gulino, House Beautiful, "This Chic Dog House Was Inspired By Frank Lloyd Wright’s Designs," 22 May 2019 That's where the doggy Murphy bed comes in—seriously. — Elizabeth Gulino, House Beautiful, "Trying to Save Some Space? Your Dog Should Have Its Own Murphy Bed," 15 Mar. 2019 Pack a doggy first aid kit, and program poison control into your phone: 888-426-4435. — Arricca Sansone, Country Living, "Everything You Need to Know About Hiking With Your Dog," 12 Feb. 2019 Old Fashioned Halloween Party, Renton SAT Trick-or-Treating, snacks, carnival games, doggy costume contest, 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Main Street Square, 200 Main Ave. S., Renton (rentondowntown.com). — Madeline Mckenzie, The Seattle Times, "66 fun and spooky Halloween events in Greater Seattle," 25 Oct. 2018 Maybe there will be some doggy playdates in the future, too: Prince William and Kate Middleton also adopted a cocker spaniel named Lupo shortly after their own royal wedding in 2011. — Zoe Weiner, Glamour, "Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Have Reportedly Welcomed a New Addition to Their Family," 25 Aug. 2018 But before dusting off the dog collar, make sure to check the price tag on that robotic doggy in the window, the one with the mechanical tail: $2,899. — David Grossman, Popular Mechanics, "Sony's Adorable Robot Dog Is Back—And Expensive," 23 Aug. 2018 There will be vendors, demonstrations and a doggy costume contest. — Hannah Kirby, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "5 Things-to-do this week in the southern suburbs," 9 July 2018

Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective

Created by company Hammacher Schlemmer, this Canine Passive Solar Condominium is the doggy home of your—and your pup's—dreams. — Elizabeth Gulino, House Beautiful, "This Chic Dog House Was Inspired By Frank Lloyd Wright’s Designs," 22 May 2019 Some tests, like the one from Embark, can even find doggy relatives for your pup based on DNA percentages. — Elizabeth Gulino, House Beautiful, "Dog DNA Tests Are Selling Fast on Amazon—Here’s How They Can Help Your Pup," 26 Apr. 2019 Board shorts for your pup have arrived in two different colors—cyan and sage green—with the option for a matching pair for the doggy dad in green. — Elizabeth Gulino, House Beautiful, "You Can Finally Match Your Swim Trunks With Your Dog," 18 Mar. 2019 In your doggy bag Here are a few things to take about Slate’s brunch: When: 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. — Lauren Delgado, OrlandoSentinel.com, "Brunch Punch: Slate in Orlando's Dr. Phillips neighborhood," 13 July 2018 DOGS Puppy moms and doggy dads, take your fur children to Dog Day at Drexel Town Square, 361 W. Town Square Way, Oak Creek, July 13-14. — Hannah Kirby, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "21 Things-to-do in the southern suburbs in July," 2 July 2018 Each dog will receive a doggy bow tie upon entry. $5 from every ticket sold will benefit the Baltimore Animal Rescue & Care Shelter (BARCS) on July 25 and the Baltimore Humane Society on Sept. 12. — baltimoresun.com, "Orioles schedule second 'Bark at Oriole Park' event for July 25," 22 May 2018 Guy the beagle, Meghan Markle's pup, became doggy royalty over the weekend when his owner exchanged vows with Prince Harry. — Darcy Costello, The Courier-Journal, "Meet Guy, Meghan Markle's royal beagle puppy from Kentucky," 22 May 2018 Steve’s Real Food, from Oregon, developed a line of goat milk enhancers packed with superfoods to supplement doggy diets. — Sunset, "10 Best Healthy Pet Treats," 22 Jan. 2018

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