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dog bite

/dɒɡ baɪt/

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phrase

/dɒɡ baɪt/A2informalmedical
  • ruТравма или рана, вызванная зубами собаки, прорывающими кожу, часто требующая медицинской помощи для предотвращения инфекции.

An injury or wound caused by a dog's teeth breaking the skin, often requiring medical attention to prevent infection.

  1. Injury from a dogA2formal

    A wound or injury caused by a dog's teeth breaking the skin.

    ruУкус собаки

    • The child received a dog bite on his arm and needed stitches.
    • Dog bites can become infected if not properly cleaned.
    • He was treated for a minor dog bite at the clinic.
  2. Figurative: a sharp criticismB2informal

    A harsh or hurtful remark that feels like an attack.

    ruОстрая критика

    • Her comment was a real dog bite; it stung for days.
    • He didn't expect such a dog bite from his usually gentle friend.
    • The review was a dog bite, criticizing every aspect of the performance.