Chow Chow

See also: chowchow, chow chow, and chow-chow

English

Etymology

First attested in 1886, but of uncertain origin (present Chinese terms for the breed do not resemble it). Possibly related to the old Chinese custom of eating dogs (cf. chow and chow-chow).[1]

Noun

Chow Chow (plural Chow Chows)

  1. (South Asia) A chayote.
  2. A dog of a Chinese breed with sturdy build, square profile, small triangular erect ears with rounded tips, and a dense double coat.
    Synonyms: chow, Chow

Translations

References

  1. ^ Douglas Harper (2001–2026), “chow”, in Online Etymology Dictionary.
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