1. a small shelter built for a dog to sleep in outdoors
2. a state of disfavor or trouble with someone
Usage: informal; used in the phrase ‘in the doghouse’

Examples

• The golden retriever sleeps in his doghouse every night.
• We built a wooden doghouse in the backyard for our new puppy.
• The doghouse has a slanted roof to keep the rain out.
• I’m in the doghouse with my wife for forgetting our anniversary.
• He’s been in the doghouse ever since he missed the important meeting.
• After breaking the vase, the child knew he was in the doghouse.
• She’ll be in the doghouse if she comes home late again.