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wolfhound

/woolf-hound/US // ˈwʊlfˌhaʊnd //UK // (ˈwʊlfˌhaʊnd) //

猎狼犬,狼犬,寻狼犬,狼狗

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : any of several large dogs used in hunting wolves.

Examples

  • Mr. Mountenay's private detective stands on one side of the door; on the other side is Mr. Mountenay's private wolfhound.

  • By her side Tzaritza, her snowy Russian wolfhound, paced with stately mien; a thoroughbred pair indeed.

  • That lean, hungry wolfhound would tear his tongue out by the roots if he even opened his mouth; claw wide open his vitals.

  • The Irish wolfhound of history is no more, the breed having become extinct years ago.

  • In the cozy living room, Strong relaxed while the three cadets played with the Venusian wolfhound.