Newfoundland
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Noun — A giant working dog breed with a thick, usually black coat, prized for its strength, calm temperament, and natural swimming ability.
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Etymology
Named after Newfoundland, the Canadian island where the breed was developed to help fishermen haul nets and rescue people from the water.
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What does “Newfoundland” mean?
The word “Newfoundland” means a giant working dog breed with a thick, usually black coat, prized for its strength, calm temperament, and natural swimming ability. In plain terms, a very large, shaggy dog breed known for being gentle giants and strong swimmers.
How do you pronounce “Newfoundland”?
“Newfoundland” is pronounced NYOO-fownd-luhnd (/ˈnuˌfaʊnd.lənd/ in IPA).
How do you use “Newfoundland” in a sentence?
Here is “Newfoundland” used in a sentence: “The Newfoundland waded straight into the lake to pull the drowning swimmer to shore.”
What part of speech is “Newfoundland”?
“Newfoundland” is a noun.
Is “Newfoundland” a common word?
“Newfoundland” is an uncommon word in modern English.