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The Clue
Certain lap dogs, informally (4 letter answer)
The Answer
POMS
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Notes
The answer POMS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1800 puzzles.
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Definition
POM as a noun:
1. (pommy, pom) = a disparaging term for English immigrants to Australia or New Zealand