spokesdog

English

Etymology

By analogy to spokeswoman, spokesperson, etc., formed with dog.

Pronunciation

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Noun

spokesdog (plural spokesdogs)

1. (neologism, humorous) A canine mascot.
   • 2008 January 19, Peter Sagal (host), Wait, Wait...Don’t Tell Me!, National Public Radio

     The scientists were thrilled, but a spokesdog for the dog community said the program was inadequate.

Usage notes

• Not to be confused with spoke-dog.