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mongrel

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/ˈmʌɡrəl/ · mon-gril

A mixed-breed dog or an animal of mixed lineage.

Meanings

nouninformal

A mixed-breed dog or an animal of mixed lineage.

ایک ملاوٹ والا کتا یا ایسا جانور جس کی نسلیں مختلف ہوں۔

ملاوٹ

milaawat

Synonyms

crossbreedhybridmongrel dogہائبرڈملاوٹنسل مخلط

Antonyms

purebredthoroughbredخالص نسلاسپیشل نسل

Common Collocations

  • mongrel dog
  • mongrel breed
  • a mongrel spirit

Example Sentences

He adopted a mongrel from the shelter.

اس نے پناہ گاہ سے ایک ملاوٹ والا کتا اپنایا۔

Us ne panah gah se aik milaawat wala kutta apnaya.

Mongrels often have the best temperaments.

ملاوٹ والے کتوں کی عموماً بہترین فطرت ہوتی ہے۔

Milaawat wale kutton ki aam tor par behtareen fitrat hoti hai.

She has a mongrel that loves to play in the park.

اس کے پاس ایک ملاوٹ والا کتا ہے جو پارک میں کھیلنا پسند کرتا ہے۔

Us ke paas aik milaawat wala kutta hai jo park mein khelna pasand karta hai.

Easily Confused With

mutt:While 'mongrel' emphasizes the mix of breeds, 'mutt' is a more informal term often used interchangeably for mixed-breed dogs.

Word Family

mongrelized
adjectiveملاوٹ کیا ہوا

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'mongrel' as a mix, like a 'mosaic' made up of different pieces.

Imagine a dog that has mixed fur colors and patterns, symbolizing its mixed heritage.

📖 Etymology

Origin: English "mongrel" — a mixed breed or hybrid of animals, especially dogs

First known use: 16th century

The term 'mongrel' comes from early 16th century, referring specifically to mixed-breed dogs. Over time, it has also taken on metaphorical meanings referring to anything that is a mix or hybrid.