Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pooch

noun
/puːtʃ/
Definition
A cute way to refer to a dog.
Examples
  • My pooch loves to play fetch in the park.
  • Every evening, I take my pooch for a walk around the neighborhood.
  • She adopted a little pooch from the shelter and named him Max.
Meaning
Often used informally, ‘pooch’ signifies a pet dog and conveys affection for the animal.
Synonyms
  • dog
  • puppy
  • canine
  • hound