dobe
9.7
A large, alert dog with a short coat often used for police work
- noun
- /ˈdoʊb/
- Informal
:
doberman
- The Dobe retreated, snarling.
Examples
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Training a dobe requires patience, as they are highly intelligent and respond well to clear commands.
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The dobe is a loyal and protective companion, making it a popular choice for families.
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At the dog park, my dobe played fetch with the children, always eager to join in on the fun.
Synonyms
3
3.6
A large, strong dog with short black and tan fur used to guard homes
is the informal term used instead of the neutral breed name
1
3.6
A large strong dog with short black and tan fur that often guards homes
is an informal word used for the same breed in casual speech
9.9
A Doberman dog and sometimes a slang name for a foolish person
is an informal breed name used only for the dog, not as an insult
Surface Forms
Etymology
Dobe is a friendly short form of Doberman, the dog breed named after a man called Doberman. So dobe simply means a Doberman dog, a strong, alert pet often used for work or kept as a guard.