Lakeland terrier

noun

Lake·​land terrier ˈlāk-lənd- How to pronounce Lakeland terrier (audio)
-ˌland-
: any of an English breed of rather small harsh-coated terriers

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Trumpet beat a French bulldog, a German shepherd, a Maltese, an English setter, a Samoyed and a Lakeland terrier to take the trophy. CBS News, 23 June 2022 Rounding the finalists’ ring with a poised and powerful stride, Trumpet beat a French bulldog, a German shepherd, a Maltese, an English setter, a Samoyed and a Lakeland terrier to take the trophy. Jennifer Peltz, Chicago Tribune, 23 June 2022

Word History

Etymology

Lakeland, England

First Known Use

1928, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Lakeland terrier was in 1928

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“Lakeland terrier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Lakeland%20terrier. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

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