Dog

Pronunciation: /dɔɡ/

Definitions of dog

noun A domesticated carnivorous mammal that typically has a long snout, an acute sense of smell, and a barking, howling, or whining voice.

Example Sentences

A1 I have a dog. It is brown.

A2 My dog loves to play fetch in the park.

B1 Taking care of a dog requires commitment and responsibility.

B2 Training a dog can be challenging but rewarding.

C1 Some people believe that owning a dog can improve mental health.

C2 Service dogs are highly trained to assist individuals with disabilities.

Examples of dog in a Sentence

formal The dog is a loyal and faithful companion to many people.

informal I love taking my dog for walks in the park.

slang That dog is one cool pup!

figurative His determination to succeed is like a dog with a bone.

Grammatical Forms of dog

• past tense: dogged
• plural: dogs
• comparative: more dog-like
• superlative: most dog-like
• present tense: dogs
• future tense: will dog
• perfect tense: have dogged
• continuous tense: are dogging
• singular: dog
• positive degree: dog
• infinitive: to dog
• gerund: dogging
• participle: dogged

Origin and Evolution of dog

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'dog' originated from the Old English word 'docga', which was used to refer to a powerful breed of canine.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'dog' has become the standard term for a domesticated carnivorous mammal of the Canidae family, with various breeds and sizes recognized worldwide.