house-trained
|house-trained|
B1
/ˈhaʊs treɪnd/
(house-train)
trained for indoor behavior
Etymology
Etymology Information
'house-trained' originates from the combination of 'house' and 'train,' where 'house' refers to a dwelling and 'train' means to teach or accustom.
Historical Evolution
'house-trained' evolved from the practice of training animals to behave appropriately indoors.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'trained to behave in a house,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
accustomed to using a designated area for urination and defecation, typically referring to pets.
The puppy is house-trained and won't make a mess indoors.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45