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Meaning of mongrel

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

mongrel

Pronunciation:/ˈmɒŋ.ɡɹəl//ˈmɑŋ.ɡɹəl/

noun

Definitions

  1. Someone or something of mixed kind or uncertain origin, especially a dog.

    Example: That dog is a mongrel; who knows what breed it could be!

    Synonyms:Heinz 57bitsabitserbitzercurmutttyke
  2. A thuggish, obnoxious, or contemptible person; (often preceded by "poor") a pitiable person.

    Synonyms:bastard