dachshund
3 synonyms for dachshund, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A breed of dog with a long body and very short legs, originally bred to hunt burrowing animals.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use dachshund
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
miniature dachshund
standard dachshund
Etymology
From German Dachshund, literally "badger dog" — Dachs ("badger") plus Hund ("dog"), because the breed was used to hunt badgers.
Full origin of dachshund →Frequently asked questions
What does “dachshund” mean?
The word “dachshund” means a breed of dog with a long body and very short legs, originally bred to hunt burrowing animals. In plain terms, a small, long-bodied, short-legged dog breed, often nicknamed a "sausage dog.".
How do you pronounce “dachshund”?
“Dachshund” is pronounced DAHKS-huund (/ˈdɑksˌhʊnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “dachshund” in a sentence?
Here is “dachshund” used in a sentence: “The dachshund waddled excitedly toward its owner.”
What part of speech is “dachshund”?
“Dachshund” is a noun.
Where does the word “dachshund” come from?
The word “dachshund” comes from German. From German Dachshund, literally "badger dog" — Dachs ("badger") plus Hund ("dog"), because the breed was used to hunt badgers.
