Definitions for dachshund
ˈdɑksˌhʊnt, -ˌhʊnd, -ənd, ˈdæks-, ˈdæʃ-dachs·hund

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. dachshund, dachsie, badger dognoun

   small long-bodied short-legged German breed of dog having a short sleek coat and long drooping ears; suited for following game into burrows

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. dachshundnoun

   A certain breed of dog having short legs and a long trunk, including miniature, long-haired, and short-haired varieties.

2. Etymology: Dachs + Hund

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Dachshund

   The dachshund (UK: DAKS-huund, -⁠ənd, -⁠huunt or US: DAHKS-huunt, -⁠huund, -⁠ənt; German: "badger dog"), also known as the wiener dog, badger dog, doxin, and sausage dog, is a short-legged, long-bodied, hound-type dog breed. The dog may be smooth-haired, wire-haired, or long-haired, and comes in a variety of colors. The standard-sized dachshund was developed to scent, chase, and flush out badgers and other burrow-dwelling animals. The miniature dachshund was bred to hunt small animals such as rabbits.According to the American Kennel Club, the dachshund was ranked 12th in popularity among dog breeds in the United States in 2018.

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1. dachshund

   A dachshund is a small breed of dog originating from Germany, distinctive for its long body and short legs. The breed is known for its confident and bold nature, often associated with hunting small animals, particularly badgers. Dachshunds come in three varieties – short-haired, wire-haired, and long-haired, and they are often brown or black and tan in color. They are also recognized for their energy, intelligence, and loyalty.

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1. Dachshundnoun

   one of a breed of small dogs with short crooked legs, and long body; -- called also badger dog. There are two kinds, the rough-haired and the smooth-haired

2. Etymology: [G., from dachs badger + hund dog.]

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1. Dachshund

   The dachshund is a short-legged, long-bodied dog breed belonging to the hound family. The standard size dachshund was bred to scent, chase, and flush out badgers and other burrow-dwelling animals, while the miniature dachshund was developed to hunt smaller prey such as rabbits. In the American West they have also been used to hunt prairie dogs. Today, they are bred for conformation shows and as family pets. Some dachshund participate in earthdog trials. According to the AKC, the dachshund continues to remain one of the top 10 dog breeds in the United States.

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1. Dachshund

   daks′hoond, n. a badger-dog. [Ger. dachs, a badger, hund, dog.]

The Foolish Dictionary, by Gideon WurdzRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. DACHSHUND

   A low-down dog.

Etymology and OriginsRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Dachshund

   German for “badger-dog.”

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of dachshund in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of dachshund in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=dachshund
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Dachshund
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dachshund
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dachshund
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=dachshund
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=dachshund
8. ^ The Foolish Dictionary, by Gideon Wurdz
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/1989/pg1989-images.html#:~:text=dachshund
9. ^ Etymology and Origins
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/54657/pg54657-images.html#:~:text=dachshund