Teefs: meaning, and how many teefs dogs have
noun · also: teef, the teefs
teefs: Teeth. Especially the little ones on display.
Teefs are teeth, said the cute way: the tiny front ones in a happy grin, or the needle-sharp puppy teefs that find your ankles.
In DoggoLingo
“Do not worry about the teefs. The teefs are for zucchini.”
Use “teefs” in a sentence
Mocha smiled and showed all the teefs.
Teefs: the real science
How many teefs?
Adult dogs have 42 teeth; puppies have 28. [1] The needle-sharp puppy set falls out to make room for the adult one.
Smiles vs warnings
A relaxed, open-mouth grin is different from bared teeth with a stiff body, which is a warning to give space. When in doubt, read the whole dog, not just the teefs.
Teefs questions
What does teefs mean?
Teefs is DoggoLingo for teeth, usually a cute grin or puppy teeth.
How many teeth do dogs have?
Adult dogs have 42; puppies have 28. [1]
How we got this
The meaning comes from how the word is used online and from slang dictionaries. The science section says only what the linked sources say; we read each one before quoting it. The drawing and example sentences are made up for fun.
Sources
- How many teeth do dogs have?. American Kennel Club. Supports: Adult dogs have 42 teeth; puppies have 28.