Doggy — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

Meaning & Definition of Doggy

Doggy (noun)

a usually small dog

Doggy (adjective)

concerned with or fond of dogs
resembling or suggestive of a dog
stylish, showy

Doggy (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

a domestic mammal that is related to the wolves and foxes

"what a good little doggy!"

similar: canine, dog, hound, pooch, tyke

related: cur, mongrel, mutt, bitch, lapdog, pup, puppy, puppy dog, whelp, bandog, bird dog, coonhound, courser, gundog, hunter, sheepdog, sled dog, watchdog, wolf dog, wolfhound, guide dog, police dog, working dog

Doggy (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

as in flashy, doggish

similar: doggish, flashy, gallant, elegant, graceful, handsome, majestic, refined, sophisticated, stately, tasteful, understated, dandyish, dudish, foppish, chichi, classy, flossy, haute, nobby, posh, ritzy, soigné, swank, ultrachic, ultracool, ultrahip, ultraposh, ultrasmart, ultrasophisticated, dapper, dashing, dressy, kicky, natty, rakish, sassy, saucy, spiffy, spruce, downtown, edgy, funky, à la mode, au courant, chic, cool (slang), exclusive, fashionable, fresh (slang), happening, hip, in, modish, sharp, smart, snappy, stylish, supercool, swell, swish, trendy, voguish

opposite: dowdy, out, outmoded, styleless, unchic, uncool, unfashionable, unmodish, unstylish, cheesy, tacky, unattractive, unbecoming, graceless, inelegant, tasteless, trashy, unhandsome, frowsy, sloppy, slovenly, unkempt, untidy, disheveled, messy, mussy, rumpled, wrinkled, shabby, sleazy

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Doggy

The most common words with a similar meaning to Doggy:

Slang: cool, fresh

canine, dog, hound, pooch, tyke, doggish, flashy, gallant, elegant, graceful, handsome, majestic, refined, sophisticated, stately, tasteful, understated, dandyish, dudish, foppish, chichi, classy, flossy, haute, nobby, posh, ritzy, soigné, swank, ultrachic, ultracool, ultrahip, ultraposh, ultrasmart, ultrasophisticated, dapper, dashing, dressy, kicky, natty

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Doggy

Words with the opposite meaning of Doggy:

dowdy, out, outmoded, styleless, unchic, uncool, unfashionable, unmodish, unstylish, cheesy, tacky, unattractive, unbecoming, graceless, inelegant, tasteless, trashy, unhandsome, frowsy, sloppy, slovenly, unkempt, untidy, disheveled, messy, mussy, rumpled, wrinkled, shabby, sleazy

Related Words for Doggy

cur, mongrel, mutt, bitch, lapdog, pup, puppy, puppy dog, whelp, bandog, bird dog, coonhound, courser, gundog, hunter, sheepdog, sled dog, watchdog, wolf dog, wolfhound, guide dog, police dog, working dog

Word Forms of Doggy

Inflections: doggies, doggier, doggiest

Origin & Etymology of Doggy

First known use: 1692

Frequently Asked Questions about Doggy

What does "Doggy" mean?

"Doggy" means a usually small dog. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: a usually small dog. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Doggy"?

Other words for "Doggy" include canine, dog, hound, pooch, tyke, doggish, flashy and gallant. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Doggy" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Doggy"?

There are 91 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Doggy". Common alternatives include canine, dog, hound, pooch, tyke, doggish, flashy, gallant, elegant and graceful.

What is the opposite of "Doggy"?

Antonyms of "Doggy" include dowdy, out, outmoded, styleless, unchic, uncool, unfashionable and unmodish.

How do you use "Doggy" in a sentence?

Examples of "Doggy" in a sentence: "what a good little doggy!".

Is "Doggy" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Doggy" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Doggy"?

"Doggy" is pronounced /ˈdȯ-gē/ and divided into syllables as dog·gy.

What is the origin of the word "Doggy"?

First known use: 1692.