ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Dod

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /dɑd/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Dod is a noun meaning (Ulster) sulk, huff.

Meaning

(Ulster) sulk, huff.

More Meanings

  1. (Ireland) lump
  2. (transitive) to cut off, as wool from sheep's tails, or horns from a cattle; to lop or clip off
  3. (rail transport, UK) A ground signal, such as a shunting disc.

Example Sentences

Angus-shire dodded cattle
Messrs. Toogood and Son’s Bronze Championship Medal for best dodded sheep of any pure breed.
Shunting discs (or "dods") are generously provided, and following modern practice, most of them permit a movement in any direction for which the road is set.

Word Forms

Synonyms for dod

Depending on context, synonyms include defense.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include defense, std, department, army, ministry, defend.

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