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Definition of dogging - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
pursuitUK relating to the act of following someone closelyUK
- His dogging efforts made her uncomfortable..
2.
- The dogging behavior was reported in the park.
Noun
1.
- Dogging has become a topic of local controversy.
2.
harassmentRare UK the act of persistently following someoneRare UK
- His constant dogging made her feel uneasy.
Expressions with dogging
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performing stunts or tricks to show off
The skateboarder was hot-dogging at the park, impressing everyone with his skills.
Origin of dogging
English, dog (to follow closely) + -ing (gerund suffix)
Examples of dogging in a sentence
Her dogging persistence finally paid off. The dogging activities were caught on camera. Neighbors complained about the dogging incidents. The park was known for nighttime dogging activities. Authorities increased patrols to curb dogging incidents. Her life was disrupted by his dogging.
Dogging by the media is a common issue.
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- French:collant, dogging, ...
- German:verfolgend, öffentliches Sexualverhalten, ...
- Italian:persecutorio, esibizionismo, ...
- Spanish:acosador, actividad sexual pública, ...
- Portuguese:seguindo de perto, dogging, ...
- Chinese:紧跟的, 公开性行为, ...
- Japanese:付きまとう, 野外セックス, ...
- Arabic:مُلاحِق, ممارسة جنسية علنية, ...
- Hebrew:עוֹקֵב, דוֹגִּינְג, ...
- Russian:преследующий, свинг, ...
- Ukrainian:переслідуючий, публічний секс, ...
- Hindi:पीछा करने वाला, डॉगिंग, ...
Definition of dog - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
pet animaldomesticated mammal often kept as a pet
- The dog barked when the doorbell rang.
2.
- The movie was a total dog at the box office.
3.
- He's a good dog to hang out with.
4.
- I had a hot dog for lunch.
5.
mechanicsTECH. mechanical device for grippingTECH.
- He adjusted the dog to hold the gear in place..
Verb
1.
harasstr. follow persistently in an annoying waytr.
- The paparazzi dogged the celebrity all day.
2.
pursuittr. follow closely and persistentlytr.
- The paparazzi dogged the celebrity throughout the city..
3.
continual hassletr. trouble or plague persistentlytr.
- Injuries dogged the athlete throughout his career.
4.
sexualityintr. UK watch or participate in public sexual activityintr. UK
- They were caught dogging in the park.
Images of dog
domesticated mammal often kept as a pet 
mechanical device for gripping
Expressions with dog
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dog with black fur
The black dog barked loudly at the stranger.
year of a dog's life
In dog years, she is already a senior.
sausage in a bread roll with condiments
I had a hot dog at the baseball game.
dog with long, untidy fur
The shaggy dog ran through the park.
unpleasantly hot days in late summer, often linked to Sirius rising
People complain about the dog days every August.
stronger dare given when someone refuses the first dare
He gave her a double dog dare to eat the bug.
express that everyone will have a moment of success or luck
Every dog has his day, so keep trying your best!
be personally involved or affected by how something turns out
She doesn’t have a dog in the race, so her advice is unbiased.
stubborn and persistent, refusing to give up easily
He was like a dog with a bone, never stopping until he solved the problem.
one man accompanied by his dog literally
One man and his dog walked down the street.
the leader or most powerful person in a group
In the office, she is the top dog.
teases someone for their audacious or bold behavior
You dog, sneaking out like that!
elaborate presentation lacking real substance
The meeting was just a dog and pony show.
unappealing mixture or disorderly situation
The meeting was a dog's breakfast of conflicting ideas.
treat someone badly who is already suffering or in trouble
Don't kick a dog when it's down by blaming her again.
minor part controlling the main part
The committee's decision was a case of the tail wagging the dog.
challenge someone with the highest level of dare
I triple dog dare you to jump in the pool!
people who threaten often do not follow through
Don't worry about his threats; a barking dog seldom bites.
most dominant person in a group
He quickly established himself as the alpha dog of the new project team..
very dishonest and likely to cheat or trick others
He is crooked as a dog's hind leg in all his business deals..
person who is despicable or contemptible
He cheated on the test, the dirty dog.
hottest period of the summer
The dog days of summer are perfect for beach vacations.
personal stake in a situation or competition
He has no dog in the fight, so he's impartial.
very unhappy and unpleasant life
He led a dog's life after losing his job.
Origin of dog
Old English, docga (a kind of dog)
Examples of dog in a sentence
She adopted a dog from the local shelter. The new product turned out to be a dog. His last investment was a real dog. That dog always knows where to eat. Ask your dog if he wants to come along. She ordered a dog with mustard and relish.
The vendor sold a spicy dog at the fair. The dog slipped, causing the machine to stop. He replaced the worn-out dog with a new one. Rumors dogged the politician throughout his career. The issue dogged her every step of the way. The detective dogged the suspect for weeks. Rumors have dogged the politician since the scandal broke. Rumors dogged the politician during the campaign. Financial woes dogged the project from the start. They often dog at secluded beaches. Some thrill-seekers enjoy dogging in urban areas.
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- French:chien, harceler, ...
- German:Hund, verfolgen, ...
- Italian:cane, perseguitare, ...
- Spanish:perro, acosar, ...
- Portuguese:cão, perseguir, ...
- Chinese:狗, 跟踪, ...
- Japanese:犬, 追い回す, ...
- Arabic:كَلْب, لاحَقَ, ...
- Hebrew:כֶּלֶב, לְהָצִיק, ...
- Russian:собака, преследовать, ...
- Ukrainian:собака, переслідувати, ...
- Hindi:कुत्ता, पीछा करना, ...
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