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dogtooth Definition

dog·tooth (dôgto̵̅o̅t̸h′)

noun pl. -·teeth′

  1. a canine tooth; eyetooth
  2. an ornamental molding in some medieval buildings, consisting of a series of projections often resembling petals radiating from a raised center
  3. houndstooth check

dogtooth Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

white: At the right hip is a cute triangular patch pocket with red and white dogtooth checked panel on the flap.

Modifies a noun

tuna: They are a gathering point for many kinds of pelagic and game fish such as dogtooth tuna, large jacks and even sailfish.

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