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pup
This term evokes a sense of vulnerability and playfulness, typically associated with the early stages of canine or pinniped development. It is more informal and affectionate than the technical term puppy, though in the context of seals or otters, it is the standard biological designation.
When used as a verb, the word describes the biological process of whelping. This usage is primarily restricted to veterinary or breeding contexts and is rarely encountered in casual conversation.
Meanings
Examples
I wonder if the pup will grow up to be a hunting dog.
The harbor seal pup clung to its mother on the beach.
Wait, is that a sea otter pup floating on its back?
The golden retriever is expected to pup any day now.
She watched the dog pup in the quiet of the kennel.
That pup has so much energy it is driving me crazy.
A lone pup wandered through the ruins of the ancient city.