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Puppy
01
a young dog, especially one that is less than a year old
Examples
The family adopted a playful puppy from the local shelter.
Her Labrador puppy eagerly chased after the tennis ball in the backyard.
1.1
a young or inexperienced individual, often lacking skill or maturity
Examples
The new recruit is just a puppy in the world of finance.
Do n't expect him to lead the project; he 's still a puppy.
02
something that is considered cute, small, or endearing
Examples
That 's such a puppy of a gift, I love it!
She brought out the puppy of a cake, and everyone gathered around to see it.
Lexical Tree
puppyish
puppylike
puppy
