Definition of Dudgeon

1. Noun. A feeling of intense indignation (now used only in the phrase 'in high dudgeon').

Exact synonyms: High Dudgeon
Generic synonyms: Indignation, Outrage

Definition of Dudgeon

1. n. The root of the box tree, of which hafts for daggers were made.

2. n. Resentment; ill will; anger; displeasure.

3. a. Homely; rude; coarse.

Definition of Dudgeon

1. Noun. (obsolete) A kind of wood used especially in the handles of knives. ¹

2. Noun. (obsolete) A hilt made of this wood. ¹

3. Noun. (archaic) A dagger which has a dudgeon hilt. ¹

4. Noun. A feeling of anger or resentment (usually only in set terms, below). ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Dudgeon

1. a feeling of resentment [n -S]

Medical Definition of Dudgeon

1. 1. The root of the box tree, of which hafts for daggers were made. 2. The haft of a dagger. 3. A dudgeon-hafted dagger; a dagger. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Dudgeon

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dude rancher
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dudely
dudeness
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dudesses
dudette
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dudgeon (current term)
dudgeons
dudheen
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