Definitions for dogcatcher

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dogcatcher dog·catch·er

Spelling: [dawg-kach-er, dog-]

IPA: /ˈdɔgˌkætʃ ər, ˈdɒg-/

Dogcatcher is a 10 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 19 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 21 points.

You can make 638 anagrams from letters in dogcatcher (accdeghort).

Definitions for dogcatcher

noun

1. a person employed by a municipal pound, humane society, or the like, to find and impound stray or homeless dogs, cats, etc.

Origin of dogcatcher

An Americanism dating back to 1825-35; dog + catcher

Examples for dogcatcher

In the background stands the dogcatcher's cart, attached to the famous kicking mule.

The dogcatcher's wagon is drawn up ready to rush forth, and the trained terrier which accompanies it is leaping with excitement.