Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

raw dog

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.43 in modern English

Syllables
raw -dog
IPA
11
Scrabble Score
6
Letters
2
Syllables
6
Unique Chars

Meaning

adv

Without a condom; bareback.

Slang

verb

To have sex without a condom; to bareback.

Slang

verb

To undertake or undergo without the usual comforts, conveniences or supports.

Slang; Transitive verb

Example Sentences

Etymology

From raw (“without a condom”) + dog out (“to approach someone sexually”).

Usage

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Questions

What does raw dog mean?
Without a condom; bareback.
Where does raw dog come from?
From raw (“without a condom”) + dog out (“to approach someone sexually”).

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