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

Examples

• The carpenter built three wooden doghouses for the neighbor’s pets.
• Both doghouses had slanted roofs to keep out the rain.
• He’s been in the doghouse with his wife since he forgot their anniversary.
• After missing the meeting, I’m definitely in one of those doghouses with my boss.
• The new doghouses were painted red to match the barn.
• She knew she’d be in the doghouse if she came home late again.