vainota — meaning in English

English meaning

dog noun A domesticated mammal (Canis familiaris) kept as a pet or working animal, closely related to wolves.
harass verb To repeatedly trouble, pester, or intimidate someone, especially in a way that is unwanted or illegal.
hound noun A dog, especially a breed bred for hunting by scent or sight.
persecute verb To treat someone cruelly or unfairly over a long period, often because of their race, religion, or beliefs.
stalk noun The stem of a plant, or a similar stem-like part.

vainota is used for these senses in English:

dog (transitive) To follow in an annoying or harassing way.
harass To put excessive burdens upon (someone); to subject (someone) to anxieties.
harass To trouble (someone, or a group of people) through repeated military-style attacks.
hound (transitive) To persistently harass doggedly.
persecute To pursue in a manner to do harm or cruelty to; especially, because of the victim's race, sexual identity, or adherence to a particular belief.
stalk (transitive) To (try to) follow or contact someone constantly, often resulting in harassment.Wp

noun A domesticated mammal (Canis familiaris) kept as a pet or working animal, closely related to wolves.
noun Informal: an unpleasant, cowardly, or morally low person, or (dated/offensive) an unattractive woman.
noun A mechanical clamp, catch, or gripping device used to hold or fasten something.

verb To repeatedly trouble, pester, or intimidate someone, especially in a way that is unwanted or illegal.
verb To wear someone down with repeated demands or attacks.