Definition

Noun 1. A large breed of dog: The Irish Wolfhound is a very tall and powerful sighthound, originally bred for hunting wolves and large game. It is characterized by its rough, wiry coat, long legs, and gentle demeanor.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Irish Wolfhound is one of the tallest dog breeds in the world.
  • They adopted a gentle Irish Wolfhound from a breed-specific rescue.
  • Historically, the Irish Wolfhound was used to hunt wolves in Ireland.

Advanced Usage

• As a representative symbol: The breed is often used as a symbol of Ireland or Irish heritage.
  • The statue featured an Irish Wolfhound, representing the strength and spirit of ancient Ireland.

Variants and Related Words

• Wolfhound (noun): A general term for large breeds of dogs historically used to hunt wolves. The Irish Wolfhound is a specific type of wolfhound.
  • Other types of wolfhounds include the Russian Wolfhound, also known as the Borzoi.

Synonyms

• Hound (noun): A general term for hunting dogs, especially those that hunt by sight or scent.
• Sighthound (noun): A type of hound that primarily hunts by sight and speed, rather than scent.

Related Phrases

• Greyhound of Ireland: A historical or poetic name for the Irish Wolfhound, referencing its family and origin.

Noun

1. large breed of hound with a rough thick coat