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elk·hound

(ĕlk′hound′)
n.
A Norwegian elkhound.
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elkhound

(ˈɛlkˌhaʊnd)
n
(Breeds) a powerful breed of dog of the spitz type with a thick grey coat and tightly curled tail. Also called: Norwegian elkhound
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Norwe′gian elk′hound


n.
one of a Norwegian breed of dogs having a short body, a thick, gray coat, and a tail curled over the back.
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Noun 1. [画像:elkhound - breed of compact medium-sized dog with a heavy grey coat developed in Norway for hunting elk]elkhound - breed of compact medium-sized dog with a heavy grey coat developed in Norway for hunting elk
hound, hound dog - any of several breeds of dog used for hunting typically having large drooping ears
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