"American bully" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: American bullies [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} American bully (plural American bullies)
  1. A dog of a modern breed developed in the United States in the 1980s, known for its size, strength, and aggression. Categories (lifeform): Dogs Synonyms: American Bully Hyponyms: XL bully

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