Boston terrier

American  

noun

1. one of an American breed of small, pug-faced, short-haired dogs having erect ears, a short tail, and a brindled or black coat with white markings.

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Boston terrier British  

noun

1. a short stocky smooth-haired breed of terrier with a short nose, originally developed by crossing the French and English bulldogs with the English bull terrier

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Etymology

Origin of Boston terrier

An Americanism dating back to 1890–95

Example Sentences

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Boston terrier

When Louise Burns noticed that her dog Bow was breathing oddly in October 2023, she took the Boston terrier straight to the vet.

From BBC ● Mar. 10, 2026

In the dark Norco garage, Abruzzo agonized over leaving behind dozens of animals, including the tiny Boston terrier he delivered.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 12, 2024

A 4-year-old Boston terrier died immediately after giving birth at Happy Tails, Dolman said.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 8, 2024

The death of their beloved Boston terrier, Charlie, was a driver in the decision.

From New York Times ● Aug. 1, 2023

The hand-tinted photographs in the hallway, the needlepoint pillows on the sofa, the ever-changing grocery list stuck to the refrigerator under a magnet in the shape of a Boston terrier.

From "We Are Okay" by Nina LaCour