Definition

Noun: 1. A breed of small terrier: The Dandie Dinmont is a specific breed of small, long-bodied terrier, originally bred for hunting badgers and otters. It is characterized by a distinctive appearance, including a long, wiry coat and drooping ears.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Dandie Dinmont is one of the rarest terrier breeds.
  • Her Dandie Dinmont, named Pepper, won first prize at the dog show.
  • The breed standard calls for a Dandie Dinmont to have a "topknot" of soft, silky hair on its head.

Advanced Usage

• As a proper noun: The name "Dandie Dinmont" is always capitalized, as it is a proper name for a specific breed.
  • Correct: We are considering getting a Dandie Dinmont.
  • Incorrect: We are considering getting a dandie dinmont.

Variants and Related Words

• Dandie Dinmont Terrier: This is the full, formal name of the breed.
  • The Dandie Dinmont Terrier Club was founded in 1875.

Synonyms

• Terrier: This is the general category of dog breeds to which the Dandie Dinmont belongs. However, it is not a direct synonym, as it refers to many different breeds.
  • While all Dandie Dinmonts are terriers, not all terriers are Dandie Dinmonts.

Notes on Different Meanings

• Historical/Literary Reference: The breed is named after a character, "Dandie Dinmont," who owned terriers in Sir Walter Scott's 1815 novel . This is the origin of the breed's unique name.

Noun

1. a breed of small terrier with long wiry coat and drooping ears