Pavlov dog

A form of Pavlov's dog — A person who reacts instinctively to a stimulus, without thought or consideration.

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Meanings

nounPavlov dog (plural Pavlov dogs)

plural Pavlov dogs

  1. alternativeAlternative form of Pavlov's dog.

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