MASTIFF


Meaning of MASTIFF in English

/ ˈmæstɪf; NAmE / noun

a large strong dog with short hair, often used to guard buildings

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WORD ORIGIN

Middle English : from Old French mastin , based on Latin mansuetus tame.

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