briard

Thân thiện

A family walks their briard in the park on a sunny afternoon.

Definition

Noun: 1. A breed of dog: A briard is an old French breed of large, strong dog, typically black, characterized by a long tail and a long, wavy, and slightly stiff coat.

Usage

The word "briard" is used specifically to refer to this distinct breed of herding dog. It functions as a countable noun. * The farmer used a briard to guard his sheep. * We are considering getting a briard as a family pet. * The briard in the dog show had a magnificent coat.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used attributively (like an adjective) to describe something related to the breed.
  • She is an expert in briard grooming techniques.
  • We attended the national briard club meeting.

Variants and Related Words

• Briards (n.): The standard plural form.
  • Several briards were competing in the herding trial.

Synonyms

• French Sheepdog: A descriptive synonym for the breed.
  • The Briard is also known as the Berger de Brie or French Sheepdog.

Notes on Meaning

The word "briard" refers exclusively to this specific breed. It does not have other general meanings. Its key identifying features are its origin (France), size (large), strength, characteristic coat (long, wavy, slightly stiff), and its traditional role as a herding and guarding dog.

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Noun

1. old French breed of large strong usually black dogs having a long tail and long wavy and slightly stiff coat