frog

noun

ˈfrȯg 

ˈfräg

1

: any of various largely aquatic leaping anuran amphibians (such as ranids) that have slender bodies with smooth moist skin and strong long hind legs with webbed feet compare toad

2

: the triangular elastic horny pad in the middle of the sole of the foot of a horse see hoof illustration

3

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 passes

4

often Frog disparaging + offensive : frenchman

5

: a device permitting the wheels on one rail of a track to cross an intersecting rail

6

: a condition in the throat that produces hoarseness

had a frog in his throat

7

: the nut of a violin bow

8

: a small holder (as of metal, glass, or plastic) with perforations or spikes for holding flowers in place in a bowl or vase

Examples of frog in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There are characters such as a mustachioed frog named Sir Hops-a-Lot and one called Chubby Chip. —Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026

The location lends itself to lush landscapes and sandy beaches with ample opportunity to spot local flora and fauna from frogs and tortoises to hawks and loons. —Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026

Its prey includes insects, but also other frogs, fish, turtles, bats and even snakes. —Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 13 Mar. 2026

Here’s how to modify five popular yoga poses, including the trending frog pose, based on your age. —Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 11 Mar. 2026

The surrounding ecosystem at the discovery site also supports frogs, crickets, and beetles that may serve as prey for the scorpion, according to the study. —Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026

That same habitat supports frogs, crickets and beetles — creatures that may serve as prey for the little scorpion. —Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2026

The area around the seasonal stream also supports frogs, crickets and beetles, all potential prey for a scorpion this size. —Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026

Frogs, lizards and crustaceans have also been known to transfer lungworm when ingested by animals. —Caleb Lunetta, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026

Word History

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

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing frog

• African clawed frog
• clawed frog
• frog kick
• frog-march
• frog spit
• have a frog in one's throat
• leopard frog
• poison dart frog
• tree frog
• wood frog

Rhymes for frog

• blog
• bog
• clog
• cog
• dog
• flog
• fog
• grog
• hog
• jog
• log
• og

Kids Definition

frog

noun

ˈfrȯg 

ˈfräg

1

a

: any of various tailless leaping amphibians that have slender bodies with smooth moist skin and strong long hind legs with webbed feet and that spend more of their time in the water than the related toads

b

: a hoarse condition

have a frog in one's throat

2

: an ornamental fastening for a garment (as a jacket)

Medical Definition

frog

noun

ˈfrȯg, ˈfräg 

1

: any of various smooth-skinned web-footed largely aquatic tailless agile leaping amphibians (as of the suborder Diplasiocoela)

2

: the triangular elastic horny pad in the middle of the sole of the foot of a horse

3

: a condition in the throat that produces hoarseness

had a frog in his throat