roach back

noun

1. an arched back, as of a dog.

Other Words From

• roach-backed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of roach back¹

First recorded in 1660–70; special use of roach ³

Example Sentences

Today, the American Kennel Club defines French bulldogs as having a “square head with bat ears and the roach back.”

From New York Times

We were already passing a small roach back and forth by the time I noticed the empty shelf under the TV.

From Literature

The Bears brought Roach back in 2011 on a $4.5 million, two-year contract.

From Chicago Tribune

The Bears received a contract proposal from Urlacher’s agent on Thursday and if the Bears re-sign Urlacher, they likely would bring Roach back as a strong-side linebacker, the position he’s primarily played since 2008.

From Chicago Tribune

There is the roach back from a noble dome.

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