seadog

English

noun
Definitions
  • A sailor accustomed to the sea.
  • A pirate.
  • (archaic) A seal. marine mammal
  • (heraldry) A charge resembling the talbot but with scales, webbed feet and a broad tail.
  • A dogfish.
  • (uncommon) An omen of bad luck.
  • (uncommon) A white-topped wave in an estuary.

Etymology

Compound from English sea + English dog.

Origin

English

dog

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