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Definition of collie

collie

/ˈkɑːli/
col · lie
Plural:collies
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• noun

1

A breed of medium-sized working dog that originated in Scotland, typically characterized by a pointed muzzle and a thick coat, historically bred for herding livestock.

Example

"The farmer whistled, and his loyal collie immediately sprang into action to round up the stray sheep."

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• Nearby Words

collared snake
college
collett snake
collie
colobus
cologne
colombia

Word Origin & Etymology

Mid 17th century: from Scottish dialect 'collie' or 'coaly', originally a term for the black-faced sheep native to Scotland, later applied to the dogs bred to herd them.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Collie. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/collie
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