Synonyms for

Pup

Verb / pʌp / Another word for pup — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A young dog, especially one that is not yet fully grown.

Synonyms & similar words

whelp puppy puppy doggy pooch canine mutt hound whelp pupster puppers puparoo pupperoo puplet pupkin pupling pupito puppersoni puppitooni pup-a-roonie

Synonyms by register

Formal

young canine juvenile dog

Informal

doggy puppy dog kid

Literary

whelp wheyface

Antonyms

adult grown-up senior elder mature animal

Common collocations

  • playful pup
  • cute pup
  • little pup
  • young pup
  • happy pup
  • energetic pup
  • new pup

Word family

noun pup
verb puppy

Usage note

Pup is an informal term for a young dog. It can also be used metaphorically for a young, inexperienced person, often with a slightly condescending tone.

Example sentences

  1. I got a new pup for my birthday!
  2. The little pup was scared of the loud noises.
  3. The pup was wagging its tail and licking my face.
  4. I trained my pup to sit, stay, and come when called.
  5. The pup's bark was high-pitched and cute.

Quotes

  • A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself. - Josh Billings
  • “The better I get to know men, the more I find myself loving dogs.” - Charles de Gaulle
  • “Dogs never bite me. Just humans.” - Marilyn Monroe

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