pup
UK: pʌp | US: pʌp
Definition
n. a young dog; puppy
n. a young seal, shark, or other animal
vt. to give birth to (said of dogs or other animals)
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Etymology
The word "pup" originated in the late 16th century as a shortened form of "puppy," which itself derived from the French word "poupée" (meaning "doll" or "toy"). The term was likely applied to young dogs due to their small, playful nature, akin to toys. Over time, "pup" expanded to describe the young of other animals, such as seals and sharks, retaining its core association with youth and small size.
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