Meaning & use
Peke
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An informal short form for a Pekingese, a small breed of dog with a flat face and long, flowing coat, originally from China.
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Their peke slept curled up on a cushion by the fireplace.
She entered her peke in the toy breed category at the dog show.
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A clipped, affectionate nickname commonly used by dog owners and breeders rather than in formal writing.
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Pekingese
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