Boston terrier

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.

Boston terrier

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of Boston terrier¹

An Americanism dating back to 1890–95

Example Sentences

Show points and standard of the Boston Terrier, furnished by an enthusiastic American fancier of the breed.

From Project Gutenberg