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shorthaired

American  
[shawrt-haird] / ˈʃɔrtˌhɛərd /

adjective

  1. (of an animal) having hair that is short and lies close to the body.


Etymology

Origin of shorthaired

First recorded in 1615–25; short + hair + -ed 3

Example Sentences

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Wednesday, the Dalis family was asleep until their 3-year-old German shorthaired pointer began barking urgently from his unlocked crate in the master bedroom, according to homeowners Eleni and Tom Dalis.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Doc is a rescued Labrador retriever-German shorthaired pointer mix who was paired with Crenshaw in 2019 and is Crenshaw’s protector, companion and perhaps the only friend who could have saved his life.

From Washington Post • Nov. 24, 2022

Beyond the winery, Gupta’s simple pastimes include taking her German shorthaired pointer, Henry, to the park, but the world of wine is woven deeply into her life.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 4, 2022

CJ the German shorthaired pointer won best in show at the Westminster Kennel Club.

From Washington Times • Feb. 16, 2021

He was a shorthaired dog, gray with black and brown spots — to call him nondescript would be a kindness.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen

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