dogs

dogs · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Plural of dog; domesticated carnivorous mammals kept as pets or for work.

  2. 2.

    (Informal) Feet.

  3. 3.

    (Slang) Unattractive or worthless things.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    let sleeping dogs lie — Avoid stirring up trouble
  • •
    the dogs — Greyhound racing events
  • •
    go to the dogs — To deteriorate or decline
  • •
    it's a dog's life — A miserable existence

Related words

See also: canine, dog, hound
Synonyms: canines, hounds, pooches

Etymology

From Old English docga, of uncertain origin. Plural form of dog.