What is another word for puppy dog?

Pronunciation: [pˈʌpi dˈɒɡ] (IPA)

A puppy dog is a young canine, and there are several synonyms that can be used for this adorable animal. Some of the synonyms for puppy dog include pup, doggy, young dog, canine pup, and pooch. Other synonyms may include the terms whelp, cub, or even the word puppy itself. These terms can be used interchangeably, depending on the specific context and the tone of the sentence. Regardless of the synonym used, a puppy dog is a universally beloved animal that is cute, playful, and full of energy, and one that brings joy and happiness to people of all ages.

What are the hypernyms for Puppy dog?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    canine, pet, domesticated animal, four-legged animal.

Famous quotes with Puppy dog

  • I would rather be beaton and be a man than to be elected and be a little puppy dog.
    Davy Crockett
  • People don't know where to place me. Terry Gilliam used me as a quirky cop in 'Twelve Monkeys', and then he hired me again to be an effeminate hotel clerk in 'Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas'. Another time, I was shooting this indie film 'The Souler Opposite' and six days a week, I'm playing this big puppy dog, then I come to the 'NYPD Blue' set and become this scumbag.
    Christopher Meloni
  • Let's be perfectly clear, shall we. The fox is not a little orange puppy dog with doe eyes and a waggly tail. It's a disease-ridden wolf with the morals of a psychopath and the teeth of a great white shark.
    Jeremy Clarkson

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