Irish water spaniel

American  

noun

1. one of an Irish breed of large water spaniels having a thick, curly, liver-colored coat, a topknot of long, loose curls, and a thin, tapering tail covered with short hair.

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Irish water spaniel British  

noun

1. a breed of dog used to hunt duck and having a dense coat of a purplish-liver colour that falls in tight ringlets covering the whole body except for the face and tail

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Etymology

Origin of Irish water spaniel

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

The Irish water spaniel, wire fox terrier, Labrador, and basset hound also sport mugs that are scientifically proven to pull at our heartstrings.

From Salon • Jun. 27, 2022

The Irish water spaniel, looking a bit nervous, has been sent away by the judge!

From New York Times • Feb. 11, 2020

The Irish water spaniel Gloi Donn All or Nothing at Stanegate, also known as Luther, for the actor Idris Elba, wins best gundog.

From The Guardian • Mar. 23, 2019