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dogger

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //ˈdɒɡər//

KK: /ˈdɔɡər/

noun
Definition

A person who participates in the activity of dogging, which involves engaging in sexual activities in public places, or a type of fishing boat with two masts used primarily by the Dutch.


Example

The dogger sailed smoothly across the water, showcasing its unique design.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever seen a dogger at the harbor?
Sloth B
No, I haven't. What is it exactly?
Sloth A
It's a type of fishing vessel used by the Dutch; they're quite interesting.
Sloth B
That sounds cool! I'd love to see one in person.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
fisherman
sailor
participant
Antonyms
landlubber
nonparticipant
outsider
Root Explanation

The word 'dogger' originates from Middle English 'dogger', which is derived from 'dog', meaning a type of dog, and the suffix '-er', which indicates a person associated with a particular activity. A dogger originally referred to a person who worked with or trained dogs, particularly in the context of fishing or hunting.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is associated with dogs ('dog') and the '-er' meaning a person. This helps you remember that a 'dogger' is someone who works with or trains dogs.

Visually Confused Words
logger
jogger
hogger
fogger
dodger
digger
degger
dagger
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