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English word origin

Etymology of -poo

Unknown, probably arbitrary or from poo.

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The source etymologies

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗
suffix

Added to nouns, especially personal names, ending in -y or -ie, or with this sound inserted, to form affectionate, playful diminutives.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Unknown, probably arbitrary or from poo.

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Source etymology 2

Original entry ↗
suffix

Used for constructing a breed name of designer dogs one of whose parents is a poodle.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of poodle.

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