1 C1 idiomatic slang
To verbally insult or disrespect someone harshly. (American slang/AAVE)
"He dogged out his former friend in front of everyone at the party."
separable
dog out
C1 slang separable transitive
To insult, criticise harshly, or disrespect someone. (American slang)
In plain English
To say very mean things to or about someone.
What does "dog out" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To treat someone like a dog — with disrespect.
Actually means
To say very mean things to or about someone.
Usage tip
American slang, primarily used in African-American Vernacular English (AAVE). Rare in formal or mainstream contexts. Carries a strongly negative social tone. Not appropriate for professional or academic settings.
Words that pair with "dog out"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
someone publicly reputation friend enemy
How to conjugate "dog out"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
dog out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
dogs out
he/she/it
Past simple
doged out
yesterday
Past participle
doged out
have + pp
-ing form
doging out
continuous
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