dog

noun

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Definition of dog:

dog (noun):: a domesticated canine mammal occurring in many different breeds; a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds.; a carnivorous mammal (canis familiaris) closely related to the gray wolf that has long been domesticated as a pet, occurs in a variety of sizes, colors, and coat types, and is sometimes trained to perform special tasks (such as herding, guarding, or acting as a service animal)

Synonyms for dog:

andiron

barker

basenji

belgian griffon

bitch

blackguard

bounder

bow-wow

brak

brussels griffon

cad

canid

canine

canis

canis familiaris

carriage dog

click

coach dog

corgi

cur

dalmatian

detent

dog-iron

doggie

doggy

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Antonyms for dog:

altruist

do-gooder

gentleman

good samaritan

helper

humanitarian

philanthropist

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