dag
0 antonyms and opposites of dag, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A ragged, pointed strip hanging from the edge of a piece of clothing, or a clump of matted wool and dirt on a sheep.
Etymology
From Middle English dagge, of likely Germanic origin, originally referring to a hanging shred of cloth.
Full origin of dag →Frequently asked questions
What does “dag” mean?
The word “dag” means a ragged, pointed strip hanging from the edge of a piece of clothing, or a clump of matted wool and dirt on a sheep. In plain terms, mostly heard in Australian/New Zealand slang for a goofy, unfashionable person, though its original farming sense (matted sheep's wool) is still used too.
How do you pronounce “dag”?
“Dag” is pronounced dag (/dæɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “dag” in a sentence?
Here is “dag” used in a sentence: “The farmer clipped the dags from around the sheep's hindquarters before shearing.”
What is another word for “dag”?
Words with a similar meaning to “dag” include daglock, taglock, dagging, dung tag, dirtball and scruffbag.
What part of speech is “dag”?
Depending on how it is used, “dag” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “dag” come from?
The word “dag” comes from Middle English. From Middle English dagge, of likely Germanic origin, originally referring to a hanging shred of cloth.
How many meanings does “dag” have?
“Dag” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a ragged, pointed strip hanging from the edge of a piece of clothing, or a clump of matted wool and dirt on a sheep.