MASTIFF


Meaning of MASTIFF in English

[ 'mastɪf , 'mα:- ]

■ noun a dog of a large, strong breed with drooping ears and pendulous lips.

Origin

ME: from OFr. mastin , based on L. mansuetus 'tame'.

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