noun
Uncommon
pug
puhg
Pug (noun) means a small breed of dog with a flat, wrinkled face, a stocky body, and a curled tail. Example: “Their pug snored loudly on the sofa all afternoon.”
noun
1
A small breed of dog with a flat, wrinkled face, a stocky body, and a curled tail.
"Their pug snored loudly on the sofa all afternoon."
"Pugs are known for their affectionate, comical personalities."
2
An animal's footprint or track, especially used in tracking.
"The ranger followed the tiger's pug marks through the mud."
How to use pug
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMost commonly the small, flat-faced dog breed.
Common pairings
a pug puppy
pug marks
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Word forms
- Plural
- pugs
- Third person singular
- pugs
- Past tense
- pugged
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Etymology
Origin uncertain, possibly linked to a West Flemish word for something small.
Synonyms
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pug-dog
Frequently asked questions
What does “pug” mean?
The word “pug” means a small breed of dog with a flat, wrinkled face, a stocky body, and a curled tail. In plain terms, most commonly the small, flat-faced dog breed.
How do you pronounce “pug”?
“Pug” is pronounced puhg (/pʌɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “pug” in a sentence?
Here is “pug” used in a sentence: “Their pug snored loudly on the sofa all afternoon.”
What part of speech is “pug”?
“Pug” is a noun.
Is “pug” a common word?
“Pug” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “pug” have?
“Pug” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small breed of dog with a flat, wrinkled face, a stocky body, and a curled tail.
