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The specific phrasing was chosen for the rhyme.
Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Today it means: A small bowl or cup filled with whipped cream or ice cream given to a dog as a treat. Usually given to dog owners as a gift by coffee shops or other businesses. Full definition →
The specific phrasing was chosen for the rhyme.
Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.