waterdog

English

noun
Definitions
  • A mudpuppy.
  • The mature larva of an ambystomid salamander, particularly that of the tiger salamander ().
  • An axolotl ().
  • A small irregular floating cloud supposed to indicate rain.

Etymology

Compound from English water + English dog.

Origin

English

dog

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