bulldog

/ˈbʌldɔɡ/

Definitions

1. noun

a sturdy dog breed with a broad, flat head and a short, easy-to-maintain coat; a stubborn or obstinate person

“The bulldog was a popular breed among dog enthusiasts.”

2. noun

a style of wrestling characterized by physical strength and aggression

“The two wrestlers engaged in a brutal bulldog in the ring.”

3. verb

to tackle or throw someone to the ground in wrestling

“He bulldogged his opponent to the mat.”

4. verb

to tackle or attack something or someone with determination and force

“The team bulldogged their way through the competition.”

Synonyms

  • mastiff
  • pitbull

Antonyms

  • lapdog
  • weakling