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• Labradoodle
  Labradoodle

  noun

  a dog crossbred from a Labrador retriever and a poodle.
• labradoodle
  labradoodle

  noun

  a type of dog that is a cross between a Labrador retriever and a poodle

Labradoodle

American  

[lab-ruh-dood-l] / ˈlæb rəˌdud l /

noun

1. a dog crossbred from a Labrador retriever and a poodle.

   Our pair of black Labradoodles—Labby and Doodles—may not have the cleverest names, but they sure are the cleverest dogs!

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labradoodle British  

/ ˈlæbrəˌduːdəl /

noun

1. a type of dog that is a cross between a Labrador retriever and a poodle

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Etymology

Origin of Labradoodle

First recorded in 1955–60; Labrad(or retriever) ( def. ) + (p)oodle ( def. )

Example Sentences

Conron has publicly stated that he regrets creating the Labradoodle and laments the health issues seen in dogs indiscriminately bred by those wanting to capitalize on the doodle trend.

From National Geographic • Dec. 1, 2023

The first thing we do when we get up is feed our mini Labradoodle, Bimini.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 11, 2023

Last year’s hottest high-tech toys, Moji the Lovable Labradoodle and Magic Mixies Magical Mixing Cauldron, are both fully restocked after last Christmas’ supply chain shortage.

From Washington Times • Dec. 4, 2022

Labradoodle Lucy got away from her owner during a walk and jumped into the icy waters of the Detroit River in the US state of Michigan.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2022

Do your best to keep tabs on your pet at all times, says Smith, whose Labradoodle, Dory, sometimes travels with her.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 16, 2019