NYT Dictionary

DOGTROT

/ˈdɔɡ.ˌtrɑt/
NounVerbAdjectiveDOG-trotdog-trot · 2 syllablesGrade 6

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2019, 2024

Meaning

A steady trotting motion similar to that of a dog.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English

From Middle English dogge trot; equivalent to dog + trot.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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