mongrel
|mon-grel|
B2
/ˈmʌŋɡrəl/
mixed breed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mongrel' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'mong', where 'mong' meant 'mixture'.
Historical Evolution
'mong' changed from the Old English word 'gemang' and eventually became the modern English word 'mongrel'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'mixture', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an animal of mixed breed'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an animal, especially a dog, of mixed or indeterminate breed.
The shelter had many mongrels available for adoption.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45