chow chow: Meaning and Definition of

chow chow

Pronunciation: (chou' chou"), [key]
— (often caps.)
  1. one of a Chinese breed of medium-sized dogs having a thick black, blue, red, or cream coat and a blue-black tongue.

chow-chow

Pronunciation: (chou'chou"), [key]
— n.
  1. a Chinese mixed fruit preserve.
  2. a relish of chopped mixed pickles in mustard sauce.
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