malemute
Definition
Noun: 1. A breed of sled dog developed in Alaska: A Malemute is a powerful, heavy-coated Arctic dog, originally bred by the Malemiut Inupiaq people for hauling heavy freight as sled dogs. They are known for their strength, endurance, and friendly disposition.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The explorer relied on his team of malemutes to pull the supply sled across the frozen tundra.
- Compared to the faster Siberian Husky, the Malemute is built for power and stamina over long distances.
- Her Malemute, with its thick coat and curled tail, was perfectly adapted to the cold climate.
Advanced Usage
- "Alaskan Malamute": This is the full, formal name of the breed. "Malemute" is a common shortened form.
- The Alaskan Malamute is one of the oldest Arctic sled dog breeds.
Variants and Related Words
- Alaskan Malamute (n): The official breed name.
- Sled dog (n): A general term for any dog used to pull sleds over snow and ice.
- Freight dog (n): A colloquial term for sled dogs, like the Malemute, bred specifically for pulling heavy loads rather than for speed.
Synonyms
- Sled dog: A general synonym, though it refers to a category, not this specific breed.
- Arctic dog: A general term for dog breeds originating from cold northern regions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
(This specific breed name is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions. Its usage is primarily literal, referring to the dog breed.)
Noun
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breed of sled dog developed in Alaska
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