deerhound

American

[deer-haund] / ˈdɪərˌhaʊnd /

noun

Scottish deerhound.

deerhound British

/ ˈdɪəˌhaʊnd /

noun

a very large rough-coated breed of dog of the greyhound type

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Etymology

Origin of deerhound

First recorded in 1805–15; deer + hound ¹

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The Old English sheepdog/Scottish deerhound mix was frightened by loud noises like thunderstorms and fireworks.

From Washington Post ● Jul. 21, 2021

Hickory the Scottish deerhound was a rare champion.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 14, 2021

And last year, Scottish deerhound Hickory, a 60:1 long shot, according to the Wynn Las Vegas sportsbook, bested the formidable smooth fox terrier.

From Slate ● Feb. 10, 2012

“This is prime time for deerhound nap time.”

From New York Times ● Feb. 17, 2011

I think I have finished my story; my noble deerhound thinks so too.

From Our Home in the Silver West A Story of Struggle and Adventure by Gordon Stables

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