pinscher
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of pinscher
First recorded in 1925–30; by shortening
Example Sentences
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Earlier this week, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show — one of the most prestigious events in the dog world — crowned its latest Best in Show winner, Penny, a Doberman pinscher.
From Salon ● Feb. 8, 2026
A portrait of her with a champion, Vera, a retired miniature pinscher or “min pin” who is now Calvacca’s pet, hangs over the fireplace.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 31, 2026
Someone showing a miniature pinscher wants to showcase the high-stepping hackney gait that is a hallmark of the breed.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 20, 2022
“Hi, Baby Cakes,” she said to the chihuahua/miniature pinscher mix, adding in sotto voce, “He is one of a bonded trio.”
From Washington Post ● Oct. 28, 2021
The man fell back, and his pinscher dæmon, who had been baring her teeth at the mild-mannered golden monkey, instantly cowered and tucked her tail stump as low as it would go.
From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman
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