Definition

To steal a dog, often with the intention of selling it for profit or to a research facility.

Example

The thief was caught trying to dognap a small puppy from the park.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about that case where someone tried to dognap a puppy in the park?

No way! That's terrible and so scary for pet owners.

I know, right? It's shocking that people would actually dognap pets for profit.

Yeah, we really need to keep an eye on our pets to prevent that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dognap → It is formed from "dog" (from Old English *docga*, meaning a breed of dog) and "nap" (from the verb meaning to steal or take away). The word "dognap" means to steal a dog.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'dog' and the action of 'taking away' — that's why dognap means to steal a dog.

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