English Explanatory Dictionary

man's best friend

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An affectionate term for a dog, or dogs in general.

Word forms

man's best friend man's best friends men's best friends

Etymology

Refers to the millennia-long history of close relations, loyalty, friendship, and companionship of dogs with humans.

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