transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈfrȯg, ˈfräg ]
noun
Etymology: Middle English frogge, from Old English frogga; akin to Old High German frosk frog; senses 2, 3, 5, 7, 8 unclearly derived & perhaps of distinct origin
Date: before 12th century
1. : any of various largely aquatic leaping anuran amphibians (as ranids) that have slender bodies with smooth moist skin and strong long hind legs with webbed feet — compare toad
2. : the triangular elastic horny pad in the middle of the sole of the foot of a horse — see hoof illustration
3.
a. : a loop attached to a belt to hold a weapon or tool
b. : an ornamental braiding for fastening the front of a garment that consists of a button and a loop through which it passes
4. often capitalized , usually offensive : Frenchman
5. : a device permitting the wheels on one rail of a track to cross an intersecting rail
6. : a condition in the throat that produces hoarseness
had a frog in his throat
7. : the nut of a violin bow
8. : a small holder (as of metal, glass, or plastic) with perforations or spikes for holding flowers in place in a bowl or vase