Pup″py (?), n.; pl.Puppies (#). [F. poupée doll, puppet. See Puppet, and cf. Pup, n.] 1. (Zoöl.) The young of a canine animal, esp. of the common dog; a whelp.
2. A name of contemptuous reproach for a conceited and impertinent person.
I found my place taken by an ill-bred, awkward puppy with a money bag under each arm. Addison.