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Definition of foxhound

foxhound

/ˈfɑːksˌhaʊnd/
fox · hound
Plural:foxhounds
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• noun

1

A medium-to-large breed of hunting dog possessing a highly developed sense of smell and great stamina, traditionally bred and used to hunt foxes in packs.

Example

"The master of the hunt rode out at dawn, trailed by a disciplined pack of vocal foxhounds eager to catch a scent."

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• Nearby Words

fox
fox snake
foxglove
foxhound
foxtail
foxtail lily
foyer

Word Origin & Etymology

Late Middle English, formed as a compound of 'fox' and 'hound', specifically describing dogs bred in Great Britain for the traditional sport of fox hunting.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Foxhound. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/foxhound
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