What does dogface mean?
Dogface means (US military, slang) A foot soldier, especially during World War II..
Dogface
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(US military, slang) A foot soldier, especially during World War II..
Definitions by Sense
- (US military, slang) A foot soldier, especially during World War II.
- (slang, derogatory) An ugly person.
- Either of two pierid butterflies of the New World genus Zerene.
Example Sentences
Yass. I never got above the rank of shavetail. We were the dogfaces who gave ’em hell at Chateau Thierry.
Near-synonyms: pigface, horseface
Synonyms for dogface
Antonyms for dogface
Related Words
Word Forms
- dogfaces
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for dogface?
Common synonyms include pigface, horseface.
What is the opposite of dogface?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use dogface in a sentence?
Yass. I never got above the rank of shavetail. We were the dogfaces who gave ’em hell at Chateau Thierry.
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