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doghouse

/ˈdɔɡˌhaʊs/ /ˈdɑɡˌhaʊs/

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noun

Any small house or structure or enclosure used to house a dog.

Examples :

"The little doghouse was a favorite play spot for the children. "

property animal building

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noun

A structure of small size, similar to a doghouse, but offering useful shelter for a human.

Examples :

"During the harsh winter months, the park ranger lived in a small, insulated doghouse while monitoring wildlife. "

architecture structure building property place

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noun

Mechanically, an equipment cover with an opening, with a shape resembling a doghouse.

Examples :

"The technician lifted the metal doghouse to access the wiring underneath the machine. "

technical machine part

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noun

A difficult or demoralizing situation.

Examples :

"The strict new rules at school created a doghouse for the students who were used to more freedom. "

situation emotion

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noun

A traffic signal with five sections: two on the bottom, two in the middle, and one on top.

Examples :

"The new intersection has a doghouse signal to better handle the complex traffic flow. "

traffic signal technology

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noun

Any shabby or disreputable establishment.

Examples :

"The old movie theater, neglected for years, had become a doghouse, attracting only a few stray cats and forgotten memories. "