First Known Use: before 12th century
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frog
noun \ˈfrȯg, ˈfräg\
Definition of FROG
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
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Origin of FROG
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
FROG Defined for Kids
frog
noun \ˈfrȯg, ˈfräg\
Definition of FROG for Kids
1
: a tailless animal that is an amphibian with smooth moist skin and webbed feet that spends more of its time in water than the related toad
2
: an ornamental fastening for a garment
Medical Dictionary
frog
noun \ˈfrȯg, ˈfräg\
Medical Definition of FROG
1
: any of various smooth-skinned web-footed largely aquatic tailless agile leaping amphibians (as of the suborder Diplasiocoela)
2
: the triangular elastic horny pad in the middle of the sole of the foot of a horse
3
: a condition in the throat that produces hoarseness <had a frog in his throat>
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