talbot
/'tɔ:lbət/
Definition
- Noun:
- A historical breed of large, white hunting dog: A "talbot" refers to an extinct type of scent hound, known for its large size, white color, and use in medieval and early modern Europe for hunting.
- A heraldic symbol: In heraldry, a "talbot" represents a specific stylized image of this hunting dog, used as a charge on coats of arms.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The medieval tapestry depicted a nobleman with his faithful talbot.
- The family crest featured a talbot, symbolizing loyalty and the pursuit of justice.
Advanced Usage
- "Talbot hound": An alternative name for the breed, emphasizing its function.
- Legends often speak of the ghostly talbot hound guarding the ancient estate.
Variants and Related Words
- Talbot (proper noun): A surname of Norman origin, famously borne by the Earls of Shrewsbury. This is distinct from the dog breed but shares the same etymological root.
- William Henry Fox Talbot was a key figure in the development of photography.
Synonyms
- Scent hound: A dog bred to track prey by smell.
- Hunting dog: A general term for dogs used in hunting.
Related Idioms
- None directly associated with the word "talbot" itself. The term is primarily historical and heraldic.
Noun
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English inventor and pioneer in photography who published the first book illustrated with photographs (1800-1877)
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