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Bloodhound - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A bloodhound is a large breed of dog known for its exceptional sense of smell, often used in tracking and search operations. It has droopy ears and a wrinkled face.

bloodhound

/ˈblʌdˌhaʊnd/ /ˈblʌdˌhaʊnd/

Definition:

A large dog breed with a keen sense of smell, often used for tracking.

Synonyms:

tracker, sleuthhound, scent hound

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

(none applicable)

Common Collocations:

tracking dog, police work, search and rescue, scent trail, trained bloodhound

Derivatives:

bloodhounding (gerund), bloodhound-like (adj.)

Usage Tips:

Use "bloodhound" to refer to the breed or metaphorically for someone with sharp investigative skills.

Common Phrases:

nose like a bloodhound, bloodhound instinct, follow like a bloodhound

Etymology:

From Old English "blōdhund," combining "blood" (referring to breeding) and "hound" (dog).

Examples:

  • 1. The bloodhound followed the scent trail effortlessly.
  • 2. Police used a bloodhound to locate the missing child.
  • 3. Her detective skills were as sharp as a bloodhound's nose.
  • 4. The bloodhound's droopy ears help trap scents while tracking.

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