italian greyhound
Definition
- Noun:
- A toy dog developed from the greyhound: An Italian greyhound is a small, slender breed of dog, a miniature version of the full-sized greyhound, kept primarily as a companion animal.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- She owns an elegant Italian greyhound.
- The Italian greyhound is known for its graceful appearance and affectionate nature.
Advanced Usage
- Breed Standard: The term is used in dog breeding and showing to refer to the specific breed standard, which includes characteristics like size, coat, and temperament.
- The Italian greyhound in the show ring met all the breed standards perfectly.
Variants and Related Words
- Greyhound (noun): The larger breed from which the Italian greyhound was developed.
- Greyhounds are famous for their speed.
Synonyms
- Toy greyhound: A descriptive synonym emphasizing its small size.
- Miniature greyhound: Another term highlighting its derivation from and resemblance to the standard greyhound.
Related Phrases
- IG (initialism): A common abbreviation used among breed enthusiasts.
- She is an active member of the local IG club.
Noun
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a toy dog developed from the greyhound
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