Meaning Of The Word Terrier

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terrier
countable noun: A terrier is a small breed of dog. There are many different types of terrier.

terrier in American English
any member of several breeds of generally small and typically aggressive dog, orig. bred to rout vermin and small game animals from their lairs

terrier in American English 1
noun: any of several breeds of usually small dogs, used originally to pursue game and drive it out of its hole or burrow

terrier in American English 2
noun: a book or document in which are described the site, boundaries, acreage, tenants, etc., of certain lands

Terrier in British English
noun: a member of the British Army's Territorial and Volunteer Reserve

terrier in British English 1
noun: any of several usually small, active, and short-bodied breeds of dog, originally trained to hunt animals living underground

terrier in British English 2
noun: a register or survey of land

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