Reference meaning
dog whistle
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A high-pitched whistle, generally inaudible to humans, used to train dogs.
Other meanings
2. noun
That which is understood only by a narrow demographic.
3. noun
A political allusion or comment that only a certain audience is intended to note and recognize the significance of; particularly in relation to controversial or extreme viewpoints.
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