Definition of hangdog

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  • hangdog is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • hangdog is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • hangdog is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of hangdog

  • showing a sense of guilt (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the hangdog and shamefaced air of the retreating enemy

    Synonyms

    1. guilty
    2. shamed
    3. shamefaced
  • frightened into submission or compliance (adjective)

See definition of hangdog in Merriam Webster