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doggy

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noun dog·gy \ˈdȯ-gē\
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doggie

Definition of doggy

plural

doggies

  1. :  a usually small dog

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First Known Use of doggy

1692

doggy Synonyms

Synonyms
canine, dog (or doggie), hound, pooch, tyke (also tike)
Related Words
cur, mongrel, mutt; bitch; lapdog, pup, puppy, puppy dog, whelp; bandog, bird dog, coonhound, courser, gundog, hunter, sheepdog, sled dog, watchdog, wolf dog, wolfhound; guide dog, police dog, working dog
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doggy

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adjective dog·gy \ˈdȯ-gē\

Definition of doggy

doggier

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doggiest

  1. 1 :  concerned with or fond of dogs

  2. 2 :  resembling or suggestive of a dog doggy odor

  3. 3 :  stylish, showy

  4. 4 :  not worthy or profitable :  inferior doggy stocks

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First Known Use of doggy

1859

DOGGY Defined for English Language Learners

doggy

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Definition of doggy for English Language Learners

  • : a dog

DOGGY Defined for Kids

doggy

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noun dog·gy \ˈdȯ-gē\
variants: or

doggie

\ˈdȯ-gē\

Definition of doggy for Students

plural

doggies

  1. :  a usually small or young dog

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