犬

Dog, or slang for a spy or informant.

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イヌ scientific/species context

1 Noun

Dog

Refers to the common domesticated carnivorous mammal kept as a pet or working animal.

Example

公園で犬が遊んでいます。

A dog is playing in the park.

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2 Noun

Spy

A derogatory metaphor for a spy, secret informant, or someone acting as a pawn for an opposing power.

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犬

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Dog, or slang for a spy or informant.

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