Dog
/dɔɡ/noun
A domesticated carnivorous mammal often kept as a pet or used for work.
Did you know?The word 'dog' likely originated from a specific breed, the 'dogge', which was associated with hunting and loyalty, but its lineage is shrouded in mystery, linking it to ancient rituals.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*ḱwṓn
“Referring to a four-legged canine, often wild and associated with hunting.”
Ancient Greek
Greek
κύων (kyōn)
“Designating a dog, symbolizing loyalty and companionship.”
Old English
Old English
docga
“A breed of dog, possibly used for hunting or guarding.”
Middle English
Middle English
dogge
“Referring to a specific kind of hunting dog, reflecting breeding for specific traits.”
Modern English
English
dog
“General term for domesticated canines, having evolved from specific breeds to encompass all types.”