tod
1 synonym for tod, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A male fox, or a fox generally, in older or dialect English.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Middle English tod, of unknown origin, possibly connected to a separate old word for a bushy clump such as ivy, referencing the fox's bushy tail.
Full origin of tod →Frequently asked questions
What does “tod” mean?
The word “tod” means a male fox, or a fox generally, in older or dialect English. In plain terms, an old-fashioned word for a fox, also historically a wool-weighing unit.
How do you pronounce “tod”?
“Tod” is pronounced tod (/tɑd/ in IPA).
How do you use “tod” in a sentence?
Here is “tod” used in a sentence: “The farmer spotted a tod slinking near the henhouse.”
What part of speech is “tod”?
“Tod” is a noun.
Where does the word “tod” come from?
The word “tod” comes from Middle English. From Middle English tod, of unknown origin, possibly connected to a separate old word for a bushy clump such as ivy, referencing the fox's bushy tail.
Is “tod” a common word?
“Tod” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “tod” have?
“Tod” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a male fox, or a fox generally, in older or dialect English.
