bloodhound

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blood·hound / ˈblədˌhound/ • n. a large hound of a breed with a very keen sense of smell, used in tracking.

bloodhound

views updated May 23 2018

bloodhound Hunting dog with long tapered head, loose hanging jowls and ears, and a characteristically wrinkled skin. The smooth coat may be black, tan, or red and tan. Weight: up to 50kg (110lb). Height: (at shoulder) up to 69cm (27in).