dandie dinmont
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
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a breed of small terrier with long wiry coat and drooping ears
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