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whippet.

A dog of a certain breed, similar to a small greyhound, originating in Britain and bred for racing.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. A dog of a certain breed, similar to a small greyhound, originating in Britain and bred for racing.

Where this word comes from

Probably from whip (“to move quickly”) + -et.

noun
  1. A cartridge of nitrous oxide (laughing gas), used as a recreational inhalant drug.

    slang
Where this word comes from

From whipped cream, since "whippits" are typically sold in the United States for use in making whipped cream.

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