1
2
as in lackey
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of lap dog
Guy Martin, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Kan and Noda, both former finance ministers, are now criticized as lapdogs of Tokyo's powerful mandarins, chiefly because of their willingness to raise taxes.
—Takashi Yokota, Foreign Affairs, 19 Sep. 2011
On the other hand, toy breeds, like Pomeranians, prefer to be lapdogs, according to the American Kennel Club.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 11 July 2024
The Blenheim Cavalier is a true lapdog: easygoing, obedient, insinuating.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 21 Mar. 2024
See all Example Sentences for lap dog 
Noun
There are plenty of Scots and Irish in Toronto, but the proceedings are somewhat more civilized, if not a bit Hollywood-twee, what with lapdogs decked out as Michael Keaton’s famous character.
—Guy Martin, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Kan and Noda, both former finance ministers, are now criticized as lapdogs of Tokyo's powerful mandarins, chiefly because of their willingness to raise taxes.
—Takashi Yokota, Foreign Affairs, 19 Sep. 2011
On the other hand, toy breeds, like Pomeranians, prefer to be lapdogs, according to the American Kennel Club.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 11 July 2024
The Blenheim Cavalier is a true lapdog: easygoing, obedient, insinuating.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 21 Mar. 2024
See all Example Sentences for lap dog
Thesaurus Entries Near lap dog
Cite this Entry
“Lap dog.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lap%20dog. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share