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water dog

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water dog
n.
1. A dog that takes easily to the water, especially one trained for hunting waterfowl.
2. Informal A person who feels at home in or on the water.
3. often wa·ter·dog (wôtr-dôg, -dg, wtr-) See mudpuppy.
4. Western U.S. Any of several large salamanders.

water dog
n
1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Breeds) a dog trained to hunt in water
2. Informal a dog or person who enjoys going in or on the water
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.water dog - a person who enjoys being in or on the water
crewman, sailor - any member of a ship's crew
2.water dog - a dog accustomed to water and usually trained to retrieve waterfowlwater dog - a dog accustomed to water and usually trained to retrieve waterfowl
gun dog, sporting dog - a dog trained to work with sportsmen when they hunt with guns


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