junkyard dog
The term "junkyard dog" originates from guard dogs used in junkyards, known for their aggressive nature.
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Definition
B2Security
(literal)A dog that guards a junkyard and deters intruders.
Example
- The junkyard dog barked fiercely at anyone who approached the fence.
B2Behavior
(idiomatic)A person who is aggressively protective and combative.
Example
- In negotiations, he was a real junkyard dog, refusing to back down on any point.
Similar
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