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Definition of spitz

spitz

/spɪts/
spitz
Plural:spitzes
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• noun

1

Any of various breeds of domestic dog (family Canidae) typically native to northern or Arctic regions, characterized by a thick double coat, small erect triangular ears, a pointed foxlike muzzle, and a bushy tail that curls over the back (such as the Pomeranian, Samoyed, Chow Chow, or Husky).

Example

"With its plush white coat and tightly curled tail, the American Eskimo Dog is a classic example of a spitz."

• Rhymes for spitz

• Nearby Words

spittle
spittoon
spitty
spitz
splake
splash
splashback

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 18th century from German Spitz (short for Spitzhund), derived from spitz meaning 'pointed,' in reference to the dog's tapering, foxlike muzzle and erect ears.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Spitz. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/spitz
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