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deerhound

 

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Noun deerhound has 1 sense
  1. Scottish deerhound, deerhound - very large and tall rough-coated dog bred for hunting deer; known as the royal dog of Scotland
    --1 is a kind of hound, hound dog

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Deerhound

Noun: A deerhound is a large and powerful breed of dog, originally bred in Scotland for hunting and coursing deer.

Examples:

1. The deerhound is known for its incredible speed and agility while chasing down deer.

2. We were amazed by the graceful appearance of the deerhound as it effortlessly ran across the field.

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Noun: A deerhound can also refer to a large, rough-coated greyhound-type dog used for hunting.

Examples:

1. The deerhound was bred to have keen sight and scenting ability, making it an excellent hunting companion.

2. Despite its size, the deerhound is known for its gentle nature and loyalty towards its owner.

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Noun: In some regions, "deerhound" is a term used to refer to any hound or dog that helps in hunting deer.

Examples:

1. The local hunters rely on their deerhounds to track and corner deer until they arrive for the hunt.

2. The tradition of using deerhounds for deer hunting has been passed down through generations in this area.

Adjective: A deerhound can also describe something related to or characteristic of deerhounds.

Example:

1. The deerhound club organized a special event to celebrate the breed's rich history and showcase their unique abilities.

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