puggle
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈpʌɡəl/
KK: /ˈpʌgəl/
noun
Definition
A small dog that is a mix between a pug and a beagle, known for its playful and friendly nature.
Example
My friend just adopted a puggle, and it's so cute and energetic!
Conversation
Have you seen my new puppy?
No, what kind is it?
It's a puggle, a mix between a pug and a beagle.
That sounds adorable! I can't wait to meet it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
puppy
dog
mutt
Antonyms
adult
purebred
stray
verb
Definition
To clean out or clear drains, often to remove blockages or debris.
Example
The plumber had to puggle the kitchen sink to fix the clog.
Tense Forms
Past: puggled
Past Participle: puggled
Conversation
Hey, have you ever had to puggle your sink?
No, I haven't. What does that involve?
It means you have to clean out the drains when they get clogged.
Root Explanation
The word 'puggle' is a blend of 'pug' (referring to the breed of dog with a wrinkled face) and 'beagle' (a breed of hound known for its keen sense of smell). It describes a mixed breed dog that is a cross between a pug and a beagle.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'pug' and a 'beagle' coming together to create a unique dog — that's what a puggle is, a mix of these two breeds.
Visually Confused Words
ruggle
pungle
piggle
peggle
juggle
huggle
guggle
pule