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puppy

The correct spelling is puppy.

How to pronounce puppy

/ˈpʌpi/
noun

IPA: /ˈpʌpi/

Say it like: Pup-pee

The correct spelling is puppy. A young dog, especially before sexual maturity (12-18 months) For example: "I have another two dozen of these puppies to finish before I can go home."

Usage Examples

I have another two dozen of these puppies to finish before I can go home.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A young dog, especially before sexual maturity (12-18 months)
  2. 2.A young rat.
  3. 3.A young seal.
  4. 4.(usually in the plural) A woman’s breast.
  5. 5.A (generic) thing; particularly something that is a nuisance; a sucker.

verb

  1. 1.To bring forth whelps or give birth to pups.

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