a pet dog that is small enough to be carried
một con chó cưng đủ nhỏ để có thể mang theo
a person who is under the control of another person or group
một người chịu sự kiểm soát của một người hoặc một nhóm khác
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Definition of lapdog
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Lapdog
/ˈlæpdɒɡ//ˈlæpdɔːɡ/The term "lapdog" originates from the 16th century, where it was used to describe a small dog kept as a pet and often held in one's lap. The word is a combination of "lap," referring to the area of the body between the waist and the knees, and "dog." The association with small dogs likely arose because they were typically smaller and more manageable for holding in one's lap. Over time, "lapdog" also took on a figurative meaning, implying someone who is overly submissive or obedient to another, often used in a derogatory manner.
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