sighthound

[US]/[ˈsaɪtˌhaʊnd]/
[UK]/[ˈsaɪtˌhaʊnd]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A breed of dog bred for sight hunting, typically tall, slender, and fast.; Any of several breeds of dog used for hunting by sight, such as the Greyhound, Irish Wolfhound, or Scottish Deerhound.

Phrases & Collocations

sighthound racing

owning a sighthound

fast sighthound

sighthound breed

trained sighthound

sighthound coursing

the sighthound

sighthounds run

sighthound's speed

raising sighthounds

Example Sentences

the greyhound and sighthound breeds are known for their incredible speed.

we admired the elegant sighthound gracefully leaping over the fence.

sighthounds are primarily used for coursing game, a traditional sport.

the sighthound's keen eyesight allows it to spot prey from a distance.

he carefully trained his sighthound to respond to hand signals.

the sighthound's slender build and long legs contribute to its speed.

many sighthound owners enjoy participating in lure coursing events.

the irish wolfhound is a large breed of sighthound originally from ireland.

we watched the sighthound intently tracking the rabbit across the field.

sighthounds often have a gentle and affectionate nature with their families.

the whippet is a popular breed of sighthound known for its agility.

he purchased a beautiful sighthound puppy at the local kennel.

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