deerhound
Definition
Noun: A very large and tall dog with a rough coat, originally bred for hunting deer. It is historically known as the "royal dog of Scotland."
Usage
The word "deerhound" is a specific breed name. It is used as a countable noun to refer to an individual dog of this breed or to the breed collectively. It is typically used in contexts related to dogs, hunting, history, or dog breeds.
Examples
- The deerhound is a sighthound, meaning it hunts primarily by sight and speed.
- We saw a magnificent deerhound at the dog show.
- Historically, only nobility were permitted to own deerhounds in Scotland.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in its full historical name, the Scottish Deerhound.
- In literature or historical texts, it may be referenced for its association with Scottish clans and Highland hunting.
Variants and Related Words
- Scottish Deerhound: The full, official name of the breed.
- Sighthound: The category of hunting dog to which the deerhound belongs.
- Greyhound: A related breed, also a sighthound, but built for different game and with a smooth coat.
Synonyms
- Scottish Deerhound (formal synonym)
Notes
This word refers exclusively to a specific breed of dog. It is not used in idioms or phrasal verbs.
Noun
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very large and tall rough-coated dog bred for hunting deer; known as the royal dog of Scotland
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