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Meaning of give paw | Babel Free

Verb CEFR B2
/ˌɡɪv ˈpɔː/

Definitions

  1. Of dogs, to present one's paw for a handshake with a human.
  2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see give, paw.

Equivalents

Examples

“Special volitional movements impaired. Won't give paw because that performance result of individual education, requiring loop line.”
“Even though both gave paw, only Willy received the treat. After this happened, Buck stopped giving paw almost immediately.”
“After a moment's hesitation Fluff gave paw. The children were relieved.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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