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pit bull
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pit bull
(noun)
pit bull
noun
plural
pit bulls
pit bull
noun
plural
pit bulls
Britannica Dictionary definition of PIT BULL
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a type of dog that is known for its strength and its ability to fight
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called also
pit bull terrier
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