saint bernard
Definition
Noun: 1. A large breed of working dog from the Swiss Alps: A Saint Bernard is a specific breed of very large, powerful dog originally bred for rescue work in the mountains. It is known for its thick coat, strength, and gentle temperament.
Usage
The term "Saint Bernard" is used as a countable noun to refer to an individual dog of this breed or to the breed as a whole. It is always capitalized as it is a proper noun derived from the Great St Bernard Pass, where the dogs were historically used by monks.
Examples
- Noun:
- The monastery kept several Saint Bernards to help find lost travelers.
- A fully grown Saint Bernard can weigh over 180 pounds.
- We are thinking of getting a dog, and a Saint Bernard is one of the breeds we are considering.
Advanced Usage
- Breed Name: The name is often used attributively to describe things related to the breed.
- He has a Saint Bernard puppy. (Here, "Saint Bernard" functions as an adjective modifying "puppy".)
- Historical Reference: The term can be used in historical contexts referring to their original rescue work.
- The Saint Bernard is famous for its history as an Alpine rescue dog.
Variants and Related Words
- St. Bernard: A common abbreviated form of the breed's name.
- The St. Bernard is known for its friendly nature.
Synonyms
- Alpine mastiff (an older, less common name for the breed)
- Rescue dog (a general term for dogs trained for search and rescue; a Saint Bernard is a specific type of rescue dog)
Noun
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a Swiss alpine breed of large powerful dog with a thick coat of hair used as a rescue dog
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