bearded collie

American  

noun

1. one of a British breed of medium-sized herding dogs with a medium-length, shaggy coat, black, blue, brown, or fawn in color.

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bearded collie British  

noun

1. a medium-sized breed of dog having a profuse long straight coat, usually grey or fawn and often with white on the head, legs, and chest, a long tail, and a distinctive beard

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Etymology

Origin of bearded collie

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

"She's been absolutely amazing," says Amanda Cook as she strokes the fluffy head of Florrie, a border collie and bearded collie cross.

From BBC

Janet Atkins and Charles Namey bathed and blow-dried their bearded collie, Moet, at a local pet store Friday, then brushed her and did other final touches Saturday on a table outside their minivan, with plastic sheeting for a canopy.

From Seattle Times

They include the bearded collie and Irish wolfhound, which are back on the list after a short resurgence.

From The Guardian

He was recently approved to judge nine breeds — Boston terrier, chow chow, French bull dog, Great Dane, American Staffordshire terrier, bull terrier, mini bull terrier, vizsla and bearded collie.

From Washington Times

A new award recognizes breed clubs for rescuing their breed’s dogs when needed: The first winners are clubs supporting the bearded collie , English cocker spaniel and great Pyrenees .

From Seattle Times