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redbone

American  
[red-bohn] / ˈrɛdˌboʊn /
Or red bone

noun

  1. an American hound having a red coat, used in hunting raccoons, bears, cougars, and wildcats.


Etymology

Origin of redbone

An Americanism dating back to 1915–20; red 1 + bone

Example Sentences

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He doubled down on the notion of retiring his stage name in January of that year, after winning a Grammy for best traditional R&B performance for "Redbone."

From Salon • May 14, 2024

And I also think of “Come and Get Your Love” at the end of Season 1, with the footage of Redbone playing over the credits.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 20, 2023

Back in 1974, the “swamp rock” group Redbone released a bouncy one-hit-wonder titled “Come and Get Your Love” featuring an infectious, catchy opening line that grabs listeners and pulls them in.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 8, 2022

Mr. Gore, Ms. Redbone and others will lead an accompanying educational series of eight events on climate change in the Center’s indoor and outdoor spaces during the exhibition.

From Washington Times • Mar. 4, 2022

A Redbone song blasts so loud the whole rez can jam along.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

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