bird dog
one of any of various breeds of dogs trained to hunt or retrieve birds.
Informal. a person hired to locate special items or people, especially a talent scout who seeks out promising athletes.
Slang. a person who steals another person's date.
Origin of bird dog
1Other definitions for bird-dog (2 of 2)
to follow, watch carefully, or investigate.
to seek out.
Informal. to follow or watch carefully.
Slang. to steal or attempt to steal another person's date.
Origin of bird-dog
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British Dictionary definitions for bird dog
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hunting a dog used or trained to retrieve game birds after they are shot
informal to control closely with unceasing vigilance
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