carlin

/ ˈkɑːlɪn /

noun

1. See pug
   another name for pug 1

Word History and Origins

Origin of carlin¹

C18: named after a French actor who played Harlequin, because of the resemblance of the dog's face to the black mask of the Harlequin

Example Sentences

And with stand-ups, I remember liking George Carlin and Steve Martin.

From The Daily Beast

Comedy at its best, as George Carlin practiced it, holds a mirror up to society in a harsh light.

From The Daily Beast

George Carlin had a lifelong love of learning and questioned everything.

From The Daily Beast

Carlin, who died in 2008, still resonates with comedians and comedy fans as much as at any time when he was alive.

From The Daily Beast

But the genius of George Carlin comes when you get past the titillation and shock value.

From The Daily Beast

Then there was the aged aunt of Mrs. Carlin to call upon, and the time passed quickly till it was time for the afternoon train.

From Project Gutenberg

There was no one to bid Mr. Kemble good-bye, save the colonel and Mrs. Carlin, as he had made few acquaintances.

From Project Gutenberg

When the letters were all completed, Carlin was called upon to read first.

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"It is a diamond drill, and strikes a bonanza on the lower level," said Carlin.

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Carlin had leaped from the train while yet it was moving quite rapidly.

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