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roach back

American  

noun

  1. an arched back, as of a dog.

Other Word Forms

  • roach-backed adjective

Etymology

Origin of roach back

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

Example Sentences

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There is the roach back from a noble dome.

From Turns about Town by Holliday, Robert Cortes

It is necessary to guard against birds which show any tendency toward crooked or roach back, hump back, crooked tails, or twisted wings.

From Ducks and Geese by Lamon, Harry M.

A hollow back offends the eye much, and a roach back is worse.

From Dogs and All about Them by Leighton, Robert

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