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foxhound

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun foxhound has 1 sense
  1. foxhound - medium-sized glossy-coated hounds developed for hunting foxes
    --1 is a kind of
    hound, hound dog
    --1 has particulars:
     American foxhound; Walker hound, Walker foxhound; English foxhound

Definitions from the Web

Foxhound

Description:

A foxhound refers to a breed of medium-to-large-sized hunting dogs known for their exceptional speed, endurance, and the ability to work in packs. They are primarily used for foxhunting, renowned for their excellent scenting power and stamina, which enables them to pursue the scent of a fox over long distances.

Sample Sentences:

  • The foxhound eagerly followed the trail left by the fox, its nose close to the ground.
  • As a traditional foxhunting breed, foxhounds are skilled at tracking and chasing down foxes during hunts.
  • The melodious sound of a pack of foxhounds in full cry echoed through the countryside.
  • I saw a beautiful foxhound at the dog show and was amazed by its sleek coat and graceful build.

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