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English bulldog

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A stout, wrinkled companion breed of dog.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: British bulldog

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

a sturdy thickset short-haired breed with a large head and strong undershot lower jaw; developed originally in England for bull baiting

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: bulldog

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: working dog

Narrower terms: French bulldog

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