ankle-biter en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Etymology
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *h₂eng- Proto-Germanic *-ulaz Proto-Germanic *ankulaz Proto-West Germanic *ankul Old English *ancol Middle English ancle English ankle English biter English ankle-biter From ankle + biter.
Meanings
- (slang) A small child.
- (slang) A small dog, especially a poorly-behaved one.
- (slang) A relatively minor, irritating problem or task.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| ankle-biters | Number=Plur | lexicographic |