Definition

Noun: A breed of fox terrier characterized by a short, sleek, and flat coat of hair. This type of fox terrier is distinguished from the wire-haired variety by its smooth coat.

Usage

The term "smooth-haired fox terrier" is used to specifically identify the variety of fox terrier with a smooth coat. It functions as a compound noun naming a distinct breed type. * The smooth-haired fox terrier is known for its energy and intelligence. * She chose a smooth-haired fox terrier over the wire-haired type because of the easier grooming.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in kennel club standards, dog show classifications, and breeding contexts to specify the coat type.
  • The breed standard for the smooth-haired fox terrier describes an ideal coat that is dense and flat.

Variants and Related Words

• Fox Terrier: The general breed category encompassing both smooth-haired and wire-haired varieties.
• Smooth Fox Terrier: A common abbreviated form of "smooth-haired fox terrier."
• Wire-haired Fox Terrier: The counterpart variety with a rough, wiry coat.

Synonyms

• Smooth Fox Terrier

Antonyms

• Wire-haired fox terrier
• Wire Fox Terrier

Noun

1. a fox terrier with smooth hair