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A domesticated carnivorous mammal that typically has a long snout, an acute sense of smell, and a barking sound.
The dog barked loudly when the doorbell rang.
The dog wagged its tail when it saw its owner.
The term 'dog' can also refer to male canines, while 'bitch' is used for females, though the latter is considered more technical or potentially offensive in some contexts.
Avoid using 'dog' to refer to female canines in formal contexts, as 'bitch' is the correct term but can be perceived as offensive.
Use 'dog' for males and 'bitch' for females, but be mindful of the potential offensiveness of 'bitch' in some contexts.
From Old English 'docga,' of uncertain origin, possibly from Proto-Germanic. The word has been used in English since before the 10th century.
The word 'dog' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. It can also be used metaphorically, such as in 'hot dog' (a type of sausage) or 'seeing red' (being angry, derived from the phrase 'seeing red like a dog').