Great Dane

American  

noun

1. one of a breed of large, powerful, shorthaired dogs ranging in color from fawn to brindle, blue, black, or white with black spots.

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Great Dane British  

noun

1. one of a very large powerful yet graceful breed of dog with a short smooth coat

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Etymology

Origin of Great Dane

First recorded in 1765–75

Example Sentences

The “Mulholland Drive” star discusses grief, David Lynch, how she almost quit acting and her new movie, “The Friend,” in which she bonds with a Great Dane.

From Los Angeles Times

State inspections don’t include the breed of the dogs used, but one facility’s local kennel license listed Labrador retrievers, greyhounds, Great Danes, Pyrenees and other breeds.

From Los Angeles Times

The dog that appears in the movie is a Great Dane named Bing, who weighs 151 pounds and can look pensive on cue.

From Los Angeles Times

Cabrera-Miller, who owns a Great Dane named Scooby, says his dog would lunge at the large cat if given the chance to.

From Los Angeles Times

Corbin’s body had been discovered directly in front of a home, and upon serving a search warrant, detectives found themselves in a startling situation that involved 25 Great Danes.

From Los Angeles Times