Synonyms of pug

pug

noun

as in boxer

one that engages in the sport of fighting with the fists

a retired pug with battered ears and swollen knuckles

Synonyms & Similar Words

• boxer
• fighter
• gladiator
• pugilist
• prizefighter
• slugger
• heavyweight
• middleweight
• lightweight
• palooka
• welterweight
• light heavyweight
• featherweight
• bantamweight
• flyweight
• stumblebum
• superheavyweight
• cruiserweight

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pug

That patient was Tilly, a 2-year-old pug who arrived at the organization’s Lazin Animal Foundation Trauma Hospital in late May in critical condition. — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026

Short-muzzle breeds like pugs and bull dogs are at higher risk of heat stroke, as are older dogs, overweight dogs and dogs with medical conditions, according to Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine. — Eva Flowe june 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 June 2026

Soon my entire feed was pugs and poodles and beagles and portmanteau blends with absurd names like golden doodle and cavapoo. — Literary Hub, 11 June 2026

Breeds with breathing issues — including bulldogs, pugs, boxers, Boston terriers and Persian cats — are also more susceptible to heat illness, state health officials said. — Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026