standard schnauzer

American  

noun

1. schnauzer.

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Etymology

Origin of standard schnauzer

First recorded in 1930–35

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How does standard-schnauzer compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• giant schnauzer vs. standard schnauzer
• standard schnauzer vs. miniature schnauzer

Example Sentences

But no standard schnauzer had ever won Westminster, and included among the seven finalists was one--just one--Dalmatian that had beaten Pa before: Ch.

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Parsifal Di Casa Netzer, a five-year-old standard schnauzer, had been judged best-in-show at the 121st Westminster Kennel Club show, the second oldest sporting event in North America.

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Sometimes called the dog with the human brain, the standard schnauzer is not to be confused with his toy and giant cousins.

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