elkhound

American

[elk-hound] / ˈɛlkˌhaʊnd /

noun

Norwegian elkhound.

elkhound British

/ ˈɛlkˌhaʊnd /

noun

Also called: Norwegian elkhound. a powerful breed of dog of the spitz type with a thick grey coat and tightly curled tail

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Etymology

Origin of elkhound

First recorded in 1885–90; elk + hound ¹

Example Sentences

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“I have two dogs of my own,” said Machamer, who owns a Norwegian elkhound and a Pomeranian.

From Washington Post • Jan. 12, 2023

In a competition that can include a Norwegian elkhound, Australian shepherd and Chinese shar-pei, the people come from all over the world, too.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 14, 2021

The others were a Norwegian elkhound, a Pekingese, miniature poodle, boxer and Norwich terrier.

From Washington Times • Mar. 4, 2017

The groomer of Duffy, the Norwegian elkhound who made the final seven, swears by Tresemmé.

From Washington Post • Feb. 16, 2017

A direwolf large as any elkhound, lean and smoke-dark, with eyes like molten gold.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin

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