greyhound
noun
one of a breed of tall, slender, short-haired dogs, noted for its keen sight and swiftness.
greyhounds
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pluralof greyhound.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Officials have confirmed 80 greyhounds were exported from New Zealand to Queensland through a chartered flight in April 2025.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
At least two chartered flights carrying up to 150 greyhounds are set to fly to Australia's eastern states, as a New Zealand ban on the sport comes into effect.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
It was first synthesized from thymosin β4 in 2003 and has since been used to help horses and greyhounds improve racing performance.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 23, 2026
"Labradors and spaniels aren't killed in these numbers - greyhounds deserve the same life that every other dog deserves."
From BBC ● Mar. 18, 2026
Every night ten greyhounds that belonged to the Frenchman across the street wailed as if the world were coming to an end.
From "Homesick" by Jean Fritz
