Terrier
/tˈɛriər/
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Definition
(noun) A dog from a group of small, lively breeds, originally bred for the hunting of burrowing prey such as rats, rabbits, foxes, and even otters; this original function is reflected in some of their names (e.g. rat terrier).
Sentence Examples
She entered her terrier in a dog show.
My cat lives with a fox terrier.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The energetic little ____ was barking loudly and chasing its favorite rubber ball around the sunny garden today.