paw — the foot of an animal that has claws or nails
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the foot of an animal that has claws or nails
Pronunciation (IPA): /pɔː/
Example Sentences
- My dog left muddy paw prints all over the clean floor.
- The bear used its massive paw to catch fish from the river.
- Don't let the cat paw at your homework again!
paw
NOUN[/pɔː/]
the foot of an animal that has claws or nails
The puppy lifted its paw and waved at the children.
The bear left huge paw prints in the snow. (PAW = PET ANIMAL'S WALKER → the foot an animal uses to walk)
The lion raised its paw, revealed its claws, and let out a mighty roar.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old French 'poue', which is related to Latin 'podus' meaning 'foot'. Originally used to denote an animal's foot, the term has retained this meaning through to modern English.
Breakdown
Old French 'poue' (animal's foot) → Middle English 'pawe' → Modern English 'paw', ultimately from Latin 'podus' (foot).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dog left muddy paw prints all over the clean floor.”
“The bear used its massive paw to catch fish from the river.”
“Don't let the cat paw at your homework again!”
“The lion's paw was as big as a dinner plate.”
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