Synonyms for
Paw
Definition
The foot of an animal that has claws or nails, such as a cat, dog, or bear.
Synonyms & similar words
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Common collocations
- dog's paw
- cat's paw
- raise a paw
- dirty paws
- shake a paw
- put a paw
- bear paw
Word family
Usage note
Primarily used for the feet of animals, especially mammals. Can be used informally for human hands, often in a slightly condescending or affectionate way.
Example sentences
- The dog scratched at the door with its paw.
- The cat batted the ball with its paw.
- The bear used its paw to catch the fish.
- The rabbit hopped on one paw after injuring the other.
- The elephant's paw was bigger than my head.
Quotes
I have always wanted a dog with a big paw. - Christie Brinkley
When I was in school, I begged my parents to let me get a dog. They told me I could have one when I was responsible enough to take care of it. I was so desperate to have a dog that I took the bus to the shelter and picked one out myself. I brought him home on the bus, and he became my best friend. His name was Paw. - Dave Grohl
A boy without a dog is like a day without sunshine, and a dog without a boy is like a paw without claws. - John Steinbeck