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Dobie

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Dobie (noun) means informal short form of "Dobermann," a breed of dog. Example: “They got a dobie as a guard dog for the yard.”

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Informal short form of "Dobermann," a breed of dog.
"They got a dobie as a guard dog for the yard."

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In plain EnglishA casual nickname for a Dobermann Pinscher dog.

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Dobies
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Etymology

A shortened, affectionate form of Dobermann with the diminutive suffix -ie.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Dobie” mean?
The word “Dobie” means informal short form of "Dobermann," a breed of dog. In plain terms, a casual nickname for a Dobermann Pinscher dog.
How do you use “Dobie” in a sentence?
Here is “Dobie” used in a sentence: “They got a dobie as a guard dog for the yard.”
What part of speech is “Dobie”?
“Dobie” is a noun.
What is the meaning of Dobie?
"Dobie" (noun) means informal short form of "Dobermann," a breed of dog.