field spaniel

noun

1. one of a British breed of spaniels having a flat or slightly waved, usually black coat, used for hunting and retrieving game.

field spaniel

noun

1. a robust, low-slung breed of spaniel developed by crossing the cocker spaniel with the Sussex spaniel

Word History and Origins

Origin of field spaniel¹

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

There is no doubt that in course of time the Field Spaniel Trials will do much towards building up a proper type of field dog.

From Project Gutenberg

The field spaniel is much like a large-sized cocker, weighing about twice as much.

From Project Gutenberg