English · Nature & Environment
puppy
/ˈpʌpi/
[/ˈpʌpi/]
a young dog
Beginnernoun
Definition
A puppy is a young dog.
Example
The new puppy chewed my shoe.
The new puppy chewed my shoe.
Etymology
From Old French 'poupee' meaning 'doll'.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in talk about pets.