Dachshund
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdɑːksˌhʊnd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dachshund is a noun meaning A certain breed of dog having short legs and a long trunk, including standard-sized, miniature (smooth-haired, long-haired, and short-haired) varieties.
Meaning
A certain breed of dog having short legs and a long trunk, including standard-sized, miniature (smooth-haired, long-haired, and short-haired) varieties.
Example Sentences
Say what you will of dachshunds, their peculiar shape makes them the easiest breed of dog to trip over in existence.
We had decided to take a small dog for the children and we chose a tan, short-haired, six-week-old male dachshund. We named him Fritz.
Word Forms
- dachshunds
- dachshunde
- dachshound
- dachel
Synonyms for dachshund
Depending on context, synonyms include doxy, dachsie.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dachsie, dachshunde, dachshound, dashhound, doxy, doxie.
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