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Great Dane

American

noun

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

Great Dane British

noun

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

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My little office where I write and hang out with my two dogs—a Great Dane and a rescued dachshund.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 2, 2025

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 • Apr. 4, 2025

Assemblymember Isaac Bryan, a Democrat who represents parts of Los Angeles, said he and his fiancée, an attorney, were shut out of renting several places just because of Darius, their well-behaved Great Dane.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2024

They call him The Great Dane because he looks like a dog, not because he is Danish.

From Salon • Jul. 16, 2023

Juanita, in the front seat, was busy trying to get away from the beast—a Great Dane.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall

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