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Definition of wolfhound

wolfhound

/ˈwʊlfˌhaʊnd/
wolf · hound
Plural:wolfhounds
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wolfhound Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A dog of any of several large breeds, such as the Irish wolfhound or the Borzoi, originally bred for their size, speed, and keen sight to hunt wolves.

Example

"The Irish wolfhound, known for its towering height and gentle temperament, was once exclusively owned by nobility to guard estates."

Synonyms
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• Nearby Words

wolfenbuttel
wolfenbüttel
wolffish
wolfhound
wolfish
wolfishly
wolflike

Word Origin & Etymology

Originates from a combination of 'wolf' and 'hound', referring directly to the historical purpose of these large dog breeds, which were bred and utilized to hunt and protect livestock from wolves.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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