whelp

Definition of whelp

Nouns

young of any of various canines such as a dog or wolf
Synonyms:
pup
Types:
puppy
a young dog
Type of:
young mammal
any immature mammal

Verbs

birth
"the dog whelped"
Synonyms:
pup
Type of:
bear, birth, deliver, give birth, have
cause to be born

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