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dogman

dogman

1 9.9
A creature that is part human and part dog seen in stories
  • noun
  • /ˈdɔɡˌmæn/
  • Literature
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Examples

  • Dogman.

  • Witnesses claimed that the dogman was seen roaming the forest at dusk, a creature said to be part human and part dog.

  • Local legends tell stories of a dogman who protects travelers in the wilderness from danger.

  • Many cryptozoologists believe that sightings of the dogman are often misidentified animals or fabrications.

Synonyms

4 5.9

An imaginary being like a dragon or unicorn with magical powers

is focused on a specific human and dog physical form
legendary creature
vsdogman
  • Literature
1 7.0

A made-up animal or being from old stories that people often say is real

is described as part human and part dog in tales
mythical monster
vsdogman
1 8.1

A frightening creature from stories or legends that is not real

is described by specific human and dog features rather than just fear

Surface Forms

dogman singular
dogmen plural

Morphology

dogman = dog + man (transparent) = dog + man

The compound 'dog' + 'man' directly conveys a creature combining characteristics of a dog and a man; the sense is readily inferable.

Etymology

Dogman is a simple mix of dog and man, so picture a human with dog features. That's why the word is used for the legendary creature that is part human and part dog.