what's the meaning of the word dog
Four dogs of different breeds. noun. The definition of a dog is a four-legged animal that is often kept as a pet or used for hunting. An example of a dog is a beagle. pl. dogs or. any of a large and varied group of domesticated canines (Canis familiaris) often kept as a house pet or used for hunting, guarding people or property, etc. any of various wild canines.