dognap

[ dawg-nap, dog- ]

verb (used with object)

, dog·napped or dog·naped, dog·nap·ping or dog·nap·ing.

1. to steal (a dog), especially for the purpose of selling it for profit.

dognap

/ ˈdɒɡnæp /

verb

1. tr to carry off and hold (a dog), usually for ransom

Derived Forms

• ˈdognapping, noun
• ˈdognapper, noun

Other Words From

• dognap·per dognap·er noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of dognap¹

An Americanism dating back to 1945–50; dog + -nap

Word History and Origins

Origin of dognap¹

C20:from dog + kidnap

Example Sentences

Q. Should I dognap my neighbors’ neglected pup?:

From Slate

Between 11am and 3pm it is so hot - the temperatures regularly get into the 30s and higher - the animals have a dognap and then at 4pm the feeding routine begins again.

From BBC

“Canine Conundrum: Should I dognap my neighbors’ neglected pup?”

From Slate

“Canine Conundrum: Should I dognap my neighbors’ neglected pup?”

From Slate

“Canine Conundrum: Should I dognap my neighbors’ neglected pup?”

From Slate

Related Words

• kidnap
• seize
• snatch