dingo Meaning & Definition
What Does Dingo Mean?
Dingo is used as a noun meaning A wild dog native to Australia (Canis familiaris, Canis familiaris dingo, Canis dingo, or Canis lupus dingo). It can also mean A cowardly or otherwise despicable person. As a verb, it means To behave in a cowardly or treacherous manner. (The addition of quotations indicative of this usage is being sought:).
Dingo: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈdɪŋɡəʊ/ |
| Synonyms | warrigal, warragal and canis dingo |
| Plural | dingos |
| Verb forms | dingoes, dingoing, dingoed |
Dingo Definition (Noun)
- A wild dog native to Australia (Canis familiaris, Canis familiaris dingo, Canis dingo, or Canis lupus dingo).
- A cowardly or otherwise despicable person.
Dingo as a Verb
- To behave in a cowardly or treacherous manner. (The addition of quotations indicative of this usage is being sought:)
- To renege on an agreement or situation. (The addition of quotations indicative of this usage is being sought:)
- To let down another individual. (The addition of quotations indicative of this usage is being sought:)
Synonyms of Dingo
Dingo synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
dingo (plural dingos or dingoes)
dingo (third-person singular simple present dingoes, present participle dingoing, simple past and past participle dingoed)
Words That Rhyme With Dingo
Origin of Dingo
Borrowed from Dharug dingu (“tame or domesticated dingo”).
Frequently Asked Questions About Dingo
Is dingo a noun or a verb?
Dingo is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for dingo?
Words with a similar meaning to dingo include warrigal, warragal and canis dingo. See the full list of dingo synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of dingo?
The plural of dingo is dingos.
What is the past tense of dingo?
The past tense of dingo is dingoed. The present participle is dingoing.