scooby doo
Definition
A fictional Great Dane dog character from the Hanna-Barbera animated television series 'Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!' (1969), known for his cowardly nature, love of 'Scooby Snacks,' and role in solving mysteries with his human friends Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, and Velma.
The eponymous franchise encompassing numerous animated series, films, video games, and merchandise, centered on a gang of teenagers and their dog unmasking fake supernatural villains.
Examples
After the power outage, my cat started meowing like Scooby-Doo spotting a ghost—pure comedic panic.
We turned our office escape room into a Scooby-Doo adventure, complete with a meddling kid reveal.
He's got that Scooby-Doo vibe: all appetite, zero bravery, but somehow saves the day with snacks.
Ruh-roh, forgot my lines again—channeling my inner Scooby-Doo for this improv show.