Plural of bulldog, a breed of muscular, medium-sized dogs with wrinkled faces and pushed-in noses. Originally bred for bull-baiting, now popular as companion animals.
From 'bull' + 'dog', originally referring to dogs used in the blood sport of bull-baiting in medieval England. The breed's name reflects its historical purpose of gripping and holding bulls by the nose.
Despite their fierce name and history, modern bulldogs are known for being gentle and affectionate companions. The English Bulldog has become such an icon of determination and tenacity that it's been adopted as a mascot by countless schools and sports teams worldwide.
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