dognapping en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈdɔɡnæpɪŋ/ (General-American)
- /ˈdɒɡnæpɪŋ/ (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ˈdɑɡnæpɪŋ/ (cot-caught-merger)
Etymology
Blend of dog + kidnapping.
Meanings
- A kidnapping or stealing of a dog owned by someone else, often done in order to sell it.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| dognappings | Number=Plur | lexicographic |