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pot hound
What does pot hound mean?
A mixed-breed stray or yard dog; a mongrel. Sometimes used pejoratively for a person of mixed race.
"They adopt a friendly pot hound from the street."
Origin
Trinidad & Tobago; from 'pot' + 'hound'.
Frequently asked questions
What is a pot hound?
It's a mixed-breed stray or yard dog — a mongrel — commonly seen roaming Trinidadian streets and yards.
Where does the term 'pot hound' come from?
It combines 'pot' and 'hound', referencing scrappy yard dogs fed on kitchen scraps.
Is 'pot hound' ever used for people?
Yes, it's sometimes used pejoratively to refer to a person of mixed race, but its core meaning is a mongrel dog.
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