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Belgian Malinois

American

[mal-uhn-wah] / ˌmæl ənˈwɑ /

noun

one of a Belgian breed of medium-sized dogs having a short coat, tan to dark brown in color, a black mask, and erect ears, bred originally as a sheepherding dog.

Etymology

Origin of Belgian Malinois

1965–70; < French malinois pertaining to Malines

Example Sentences

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The decision turned on a technicality: Police demanded the surrender of four German shepherds; the disputed dogs are, in fact, one Dutch shepherd and three Belgian Malinois.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 13, 2026

A friend of mine who lives in upstate New York keeps acquiring Belgian Malinois that she trains for editorial shoots and agility competitions.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2024

Nevertheless, a Belgian Malinois is seen on the video either breaking free or being set loose.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 21, 2023

The manhunt came to an end thanks to the use of heat technology and a four-year-old Belgian Malinois named Yoda from a Customs and Border Protection team.

From BBC • Sep. 14, 2023

Sir was a 4½-year-old Belgian Malinois who joined the force in March 2022, officials said.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 3, 2023

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