Definition

1. Noun:
   • A breed of small terrier with a long, wiry coat and drooping ears: The Dandie Dinmont terrier is a specific breed of dog, characterized by its distinctive appearance including a long, wiry-textured coat and ears that hang down.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Dandie Dinmont terrier is known for its unique silhouette and gentle expression.
  • She decided to adopt a Dandie Dinmont terrier because of its loyal and affectionate nature.

Advanced Usage

• Referring to the breed standard: The term is used in dog breeding and showing contexts to refer to the specific standards of this breed.
  • The judge evaluated the Dandie Dinmont terrier's coat texture and ear set against the breed standard.

Variants and Related Words

• Dandie (n, informal): A common, shortened informal name for the breed.
  • Their Dandie won first place in the terrier group.

Synonyms

• Breed of terrier: A more general term, though it does not specify the unique characteristics of the Dandie Dinmont.
• Small terrier: Describes the size category but not the specific breed.

Noun

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