The Australian aboriginal origins of the word 'dingo'

'Dingo' is a word borrowed from Australian aboriginal 'dingo'. The word entered the English language some time around 1789.

dingo [noun] [1789]

A wild dog C. familiaris dingo (Canis dingo) of Australia having a tan or reddish coat that is often considered a subs...

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Etymology: Dharuk (Australian aboriginal language of the Port Jackson area) 'diŋgu'

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