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Definition of schnauzer

schnauzer

/ˈʃnaʊ.zər/
schnau · zer
Plural:schnauzers
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• noun

1

A breed of dog originating in Germany, characterized by a wiry coat, a robust square build, and distinctive facial hair that forms a prominent beard and mustache. They are bred in miniature, standard, and giant sizes.

Example

"The family decided to adopt a miniature schnauzer because of its intelligent, alert temperament and hypoallergenic coat."

• Rhymes for schnauzer

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from German 'Schnauzer', derived from 'Schnauze' (snout or muzzle). The name refers to the dog's distinctively bearded and whiskered snout.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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